1979 Dodge Aspen vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Dodge Aspen 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 485 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.
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, 1979 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Dodge Aspen | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Aspen | 203 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2580 mm |