1986 Nissan Patrol vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Nissan Patrol is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Nissan Patrol (94 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 955 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (215 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Nissan Patrol | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 203 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2790 mm |
