1968 Datsun 1800 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Datsun 1800 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,816 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Datsun 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Datsun 1800 (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Datsun 1800 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1968 Datsun 1800.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Datsun 1800 (156 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Datsun 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Datsun 1800 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Datsun | Peugeot |
| Model | 1800 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1816 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 50 L |
