1998 Opel Speedster vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Opel Speedster is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Opel Speedster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Opel Speedster (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Opel Speedster should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Opel Speedster weights approximately 25 kg more than 1954 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 Speedster (250 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Opel Speedster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Opel Speedster | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Speedster | 203 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1954 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2580 mm |