1997 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1997 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 695 kg more than 1956 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, 1997 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Thunderbird | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Thunderbird | 203 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
