1975 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1975 Mitsubishi Minica 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica. (29 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Mitsubishi Minica.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Mitsubishi Minica | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
Model | Minica | 203 |
Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 359 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 27 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 29 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |