1988 Holden Commodore vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1988 Holden Commodore is newer by 38 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Holden Commodore (168 HP) has 124 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Holden Commodore weights approximately 386 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, 1988 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Holden Commodore | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 203 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
