1986 Maserati 228 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Maserati 228 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Maserati 228 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Maserati 228 (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Maserati 228 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Maserati 228 weights approximately 145 kg more than 1959 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 Maserati 228 (365 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Maserati 228 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Maserati 228 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
Model | 228 | 203 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2790 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2790 mm |