1993 Jaguar XJS vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1953 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Jaguar XJS | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
Model | XJS | 203 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |