1990 Jaguar XJS vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 40 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 706 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Jaguar XJS | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | XJS | 203 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3590 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 325 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 924 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |