1975 Peugeot 604 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 604 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 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 604 (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 475 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 Peugeot 604 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 604 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Peugeot 604 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 604 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2664 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
