1969 Opel GT vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 Opel GT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Opel GT (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Opel GT should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203.
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 Opel GT (157 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Opel GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel GT | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 203 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
