1980 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,292 cc, 1980 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (104 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1950 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, 1980 Mazda RX-7 (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mazda RX-7 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
