1986 Ford Capri vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Ford Capri 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 1,591 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1986 Ford Capri.
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 Ford Capri (119 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Ford Capri | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Capri | 203 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |