1998 Nissan Patrol vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 2,826 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Nissan Patrol (129 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1272 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol 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 Nissan Patrol (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Nissan Patrol | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2826 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
