1979 Peugeot 505 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (95 HP @ 4150 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 356 kg more than 1959 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 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Peugeot 505 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
Model | 505 | 203 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4150 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 206 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |