1996 Ford Ranger vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 Ford Ranger is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Ranger (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Ranger weights approximately 415 kg more than 1953 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, 1996 Ford Ranger (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Ranger | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 203 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2507 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2580 mm |
