1980 Nissan Patrol vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1980 Nissan Patrol is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Nissan Patrol (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1105 kg more than 1954 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Nissan Patrol | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 203 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2790 mm |
