1998 Opel Omega vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Opel Omega is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Omega (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Omega weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 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 Opel Omega (178 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Omega | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 203 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |