1986 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,354 cc, 1986 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Mazda RX-7 (185 HP) has 141 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203.
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 Mazda RX-7 (246 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mazda RX-7 | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-7 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
