1975 GMC Suburban vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1975 GMC Suburban is newer by 18 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 GMC Suburban (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1275 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.
Because 1975 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1975 GMC Suburban (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 1975 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 GMC Suburban | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | GMC | Peugeot |
| Model | Suburban | 203 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
