1991 Ford Festiva vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1991 Ford Festiva is newer by 39 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Festiva (62 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 104 kg more than 1991 Ford Festiva.
Because 1952 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Ford Festiva (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Festiva | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Festiva | 203 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 100 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 816 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |