1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP) has 498 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1950 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJ220 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
