1985 Citroen CX vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1985 Citroen CX is newer by 31 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Citroen CX (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Citroen CX weights approximately 460 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 1954 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Citroen CX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1985 Citroen CX (177 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Citroen CX | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | CX | 203 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2580 mm |
