1998 Dodge Copperhead vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Dodge Copperhead is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,699 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Copperhead is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (220 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Copperhead should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Copperhead weights approximately 77 kg more than 1957 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, 1998 Dodge Copperhead (255 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Copperhead will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Copperhead | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Copperhead | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2699 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1057 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
