1990 Nissan 300 ZX vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 660 kg more than 1957 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 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Nissan 300 ZX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Nissan 300 ZX | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 300 ZX | 203 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2960 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |