1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 7,457 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine.
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. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
Model | Ninety-Eight | 203 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7457 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5900 mm | 4360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2590 mm |