1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 35 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT (221 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi 3000GT (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Mitsubishi 3000GT | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | 3000GT | 203 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2970 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2580 mm |
