1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 AMC Gremlin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Gremlin (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Gremlin should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Gremlin weights approximately 47 kg more than 1954 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, 1970 AMC Gremlin (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 AMC Gremlin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AMC Gremlin | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | AMC | Peugeot |
Model | Gremlin | 203 |
Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |