1976 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 19 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 185 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Galant (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Galant | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 203 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
