1973 Opel Commodore vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1973 Opel Commodore is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Opel Commodore (114 HP) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Opel Commodore weights approximately 50 kg more than 1957 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, 1973 Opel Commodore (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Opel Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Opel Commodore | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 203 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
