1974 Opel Rekord vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1974 Opel Rekord is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Opel Rekord (66 HP) has 22 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Opel Rekord weights approximately 145 kg more than 1952 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 Opel Rekord (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Opel Rekord | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 203 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 120 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
