1968 Ford Ranchero vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Ford Ranchero is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 7,022 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Ford Ranchero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Ranchero (355 HP) has 311 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Ranchero should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Ranchero weights approximately 641 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Ranchero (651 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 571 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Ranchero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Ranchero | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Ranchero | 203 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7022 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 651 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 110.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.2 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |