1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Ford Zephyr is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Zephyr (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 274 kg more than 1954 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 Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Zephyr | 203 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
