1979 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,091 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 708 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Chevrolet Blazer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Chevrolet Blazer (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer has automatic transmission and 1956 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1956 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Chevrolet Blazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Chevrolet Blazer | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Blazer | 203 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4091 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2790 mm |
