1968 Opel Commodore vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Opel Commodore is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Opel Commodore (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Opel Commodore weights approximately 196 kg more than 1953 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 Opel Commodore (157 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Opel Commodore | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Commodore | 203 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2239 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |