1974 Ford Granada vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1974 Ford Granada is newer by 17 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (71 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 610 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, 1974 Ford Granada (245 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 203 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
