1979 Mazda Montrose vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Mazda Montrose is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mazda Montrose is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mazda Montrose (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mazda Montrose should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mazda Montrose weights approximately 145 kg more than 1955 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 Mazda Montrose (153 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mazda Montrose will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 1979 Mazda Montrose has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Mazda Montrose will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mazda Montrose | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Montrose | 203 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
