1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is newer by 17 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (131 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1960 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, 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 (255 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Dodge 3700 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Dodge 3700 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
