1974 Chrysler 160 vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1974 Chrysler 160 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,639 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Chrysler 160 (79 HP) has 35 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1949 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, 1974 Chrysler 160 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chrysler 160 | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | 160 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1639 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
