1998 Citroen AX vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Citroen AX is newer by 38 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 454 kg more than 1998 Citroen AX.
Because 1960 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen AX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen AX | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2790 mm |
