1994 Opel Tigra vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra 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 1,387 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (90 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1994 Opel Tigra.
Because 1960 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Tigra (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203. 1994 Opel Tigra has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Opel Tigra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Tigra | 203 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1387 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
