1990 Mazda 626 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Mazda 626 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mazda 626 (116 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mazda 626 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Mazda 626 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Mazda 626 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda 626 (184 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mazda 626 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |
