1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,840 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 203 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1840 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |