1981 Ford Granada vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1981 Ford Granada is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Granada (112 HP) has 68 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Granada weights approximately 355 kg more than 1949 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, 1981 Ford Granada (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Granada | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 203 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2590 mm |
