1979 Opel Kadett vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Opel Kadett is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Opel Kadett (51 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Opel Kadett should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1979 Opel Kadett.
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, 1952 Peugeot 203 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Opel Kadett. (80 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1952 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Opel Kadett.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Opel Kadett | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Kadett | 203 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
