1968 Nissan Skyline vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Nissan Skyline is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Nissan Skyline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Nissan Skyline (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Nissan Skyline should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1968 Nissan Skyline.
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 Nissan Skyline (160 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Nissan Skyline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Skyline | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Skyline | 203 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2790 mm |
