1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 41 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata (116 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 35 kg more than 1952 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (131 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 203 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
