1995 Chrysler Viper vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1995 Chrysler Viper is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1995 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Chrysler Viper (389 HP) has 345 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 666 kg more than 1950 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, 1995 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chrysler Viper | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
| Model | Viper | 203 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
