1986 Peugeot 505 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (106 HP) has 62 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 376 kg more than 1950 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 Peugeot 505 (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Peugeot 505 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 505 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2590 mm |
