1996 AC Cobra vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 AC Cobra is newer by 39 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP) has 321 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1996 AC Cobra | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | AC | Peugeot |
Model | Cobra | 203 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 579 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |