1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,404 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (63 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203.
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, 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 (138 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 has automatic transmission and 1954 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1954 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mercedes-Benz 240 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 240 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2404 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
