1991 Holden Commodore vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1991 Holden Commodore is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,987 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Holden Commodore (221 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Holden Commodore weights approximately 343 kg more than 1960 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, 1991 Holden Commodore (385 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Holden Commodore | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Holden | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 203 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4987 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
