1968 Mazda R-100 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Mazda R-100 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 1,963 cc, 1968 Mazda R-100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mazda R-100 (110 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mazda R-100 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 119 kg more than 1968 Mazda R-100.
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 Mazda R-100 (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Mazda R-100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mazda R-100 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | R-100 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1963 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
