1997 Chevrolet Blazer vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,296 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Blazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (160 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Blazer weights approximately 795 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Blazer (345 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Blazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Blazer | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Blazer | 203 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4296 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |