1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 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 2,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 (130 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 weights approximately 360 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 Mercedes-Benz 230 (198 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mercedes-Benz 230 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
Model | 230 | 203 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2297 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 198 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80.3 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |