1979 Nissan Violet vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Nissan Violet 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 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Nissan Violet (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Nissan Violet should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1979 Nissan Violet.
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 Nissan Violet (113 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Nissan Violet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Nissan Violet | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Violet | 203 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 113 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |