1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 33 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 556 kg more than 1953 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
Model | Mondial | 203 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3186 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 267 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |