1988 Lada 2105 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1988 Lada 2105 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada 2105 (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada 2105 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Lada 2105 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1960 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 Lada 2105 (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada 2105 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada 2105 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | 2105 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
