1990 Opel Lotus Omega vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,615 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Opel Lotus Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega (377 HP) has 333 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Lotus Omega should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Lotus Omega weights approximately 743 kg more than 1952 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 Opel Lotus Omega (568 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 487 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Lotus Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Opel Lotus Omega | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Lotus Omega | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3615 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 377 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 568 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71 mm |
| 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 | 1663 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
