1984 Opel Rekord vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1984 Opel Rekord is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Opel Rekord (89 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Opel Rekord should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Opel Rekord weights approximately 195 kg more than 1952 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, 1984 Opel Rekord (143 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Opel Rekord | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Rekord | 203 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.9 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
