1974 Ford Capri vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1974 Ford Capri is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Capri (137 HP) has 93 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Capri weights approximately 225 kg more than 1951 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 Ford Capri (236 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Capri | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Capri | 203 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2590 mm |
