1970 Checker Aerobus vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1970 Checker Aerobus 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Checker Aerobus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Checker Aerobus (185 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Checker Aerobus should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Checker Aerobus weights approximately 1425 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 Checker Aerobus (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Checker Aerobus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Checker Aerobus | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Checker | Peugeot |
| Model | Aerobus | 203 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2405 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2580 mm |
