1968 Peugeot 204 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203

To start off, 1968 Peugeot 204 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204.

Because 1957 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

1968 Peugeot 204 1957 Peugeot 203
Make Peugeot Peugeot
Model 204 203
Year Released 1968 1957
Body Type Convertible Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1130 cc 1288 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 47 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4600 RPM
Torque 84 Nm 78 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 75.1 mm 75 mm
Engine Stroke Size 64 mm 73 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 880 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 2580 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 42 L 50 L


 

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