1972 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (33 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 465 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1956 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica. (39 Nm @ 6500 RPM). This means 1956 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Minica | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 203 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 460 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
