1988 Lada Samara vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1988 Lada Samara 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Lada Samara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lada Samara (70 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1988 Lada Samara.
Because 1950 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lada Samara, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Samara (117 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Lada Samara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lada Samara | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara | 203 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2590 mm |
