1994 Opel Omega vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Opel Omega is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Omega (129 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Omega weights approximately 405 kg more than 1957 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 Opel Omega (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Omega | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Omega | 203 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
