1978 De Tomaso Longchamp vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,762 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 776 kg more than 1950 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, 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 De Tomaso Longchamp will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1978 De Tomaso Longchamp | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Peugeot |
Model | Longchamp | 203 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5762 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 450 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |