1994 Ford Mustang vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Ford Mustang is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Ford Mustang weights approximately 270 kg more than 1954 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, 1994 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Ford Mustang | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 203 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2790 mm |