1969 Holden Monaro vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 Holden Monaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Holden Monaro (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Holden Monaro should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1969 Holden Monaro.
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 Holden Monaro (213 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Holden Monaro | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Holden | Peugeot |
Model | Monaro | 203 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 213 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2790 mm |