1976 Buick Electra vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1976 Buick Electra is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Electra (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 665 kg more than 1954 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, 1976 Buick Electra (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 1976 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 1954 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1954 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Electra | 203 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |