1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 232 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 203 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
