1986 Ford Orion vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Ford Orion is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Orion (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 162 kg more than 1986 Ford Orion.
Because 1960 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 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Orion, 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, 1986 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Orion | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Orion | 203 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 50 L |
