1987 Ford Falcon vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1987 Ford Falcon is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Falcon (120 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 250 kg more than 1957 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 203 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2790 mm |
