1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 AMC Ambassador is newer by 22 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (220 HP) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 879 kg more than 1950 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (428 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 1972 AMC Ambassador 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. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | AMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Ambassador | 203 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 428 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1803 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5330 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
