1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 138 kg more than 1960 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 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (265 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 203 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 265 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 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 | 1260 kg | 1122 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |