1996 Opel Frontera vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1996 Opel Frontera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Opel Frontera (115 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Opel Frontera weights approximately 996 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Opel Frontera will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Frontera (260 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Opel Frontera | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontera | 203 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
