1995 Peugeot 205 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 205 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 194 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 205.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 205, 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, 1995 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Peugeot 205 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 205 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
