1969 AMC AMX vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 AMC AMX is newer by 12 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 6,384 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 AMC AMX (340 HP) has 296 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 AMC AMX weights approximately 282 kg more than 1957 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, 1969 AMC AMX (583 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 AMC AMX | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | AMX | 203 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6384 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1402 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
