1998 Mazda Laputa vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Mazda Laputa is newer by 48 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 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda Laputa (57 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda Laputa should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1998 Mazda Laputa.
Because 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa 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, 1998 Mazda Laputa (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Mazda Laputa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda Laputa | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Laputa | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 658 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
