1975 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 350 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz E (160 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercedes-Benz E | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | E | 203 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |
