1996 Mazda Sentia vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 Mazda Sentia is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mazda Sentia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mazda Sentia (158 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Sentia should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Sentia weights approximately 646 kg more than 1952 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 Mazda Sentia (245 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mazda Sentia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203. 1996 Mazda Sentia has automatic transmission and 1952 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1952 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Mazda Sentia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Sentia | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Sentia | 203 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2954 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2590 mm |
