1970 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1970 Chevrolet Vega is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Vega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Chevrolet Vega (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Chevrolet Vega should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Vega weights approximately 25 kg more than 1960 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 Chevrolet Vega (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Chevrolet Vega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203. 1970 Chevrolet Vega has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Chevrolet Vega will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Vega | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Vega | 203 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
