1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 519 kg more than 1958 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 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Corvette | 203 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |