1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP) has 172 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203.
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 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Peugeot |
| Model | XJ6 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 50 L |
