1990 Opel Omega vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Opel Omega 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Opel Omega (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Opel Omega weights approximately 281 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 Opel Omega (151 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Opel Omega | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 203 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2580 mm |