1972 MG MGB vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 MG MGB is newer by 12 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 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 MG MGB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 MG MGB (97 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 MG MGB should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1972 MG MGB.
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 MG MGB (149 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 MG MGB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 MG MGB | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | MG | Peugeot |
| Model | MGB | 203 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2790 mm |
