1987 Nissan Vanette vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1987 Nissan Vanette is newer by 29 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 1,952 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Nissan Vanette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Nissan Vanette (60 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Nissan Vanette should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Nissan Vanette weights approximately 340 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.
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 Nissan Vanette (123 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Nissan Vanette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Nissan Vanette | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Vanette | 203 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1952 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2080 mm | 2790 mm |
