1982 Ford Granada vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1982 Ford Granada is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ford Granada (150 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ford Granada weights approximately 292 kg more than 1955 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, 1982 Ford Granada (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Ford Granada | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Granada | 203 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1412 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
