1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 203 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
