1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1981 Mazda 323 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Peugeot 203 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
