1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1950 Peugeot 203

To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 49 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 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 489 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.

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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Chevrolet Camaro 1950 Peugeot 203
Make Chevrolet Peugeot
Model Camaro 203
Year Released 1999 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3390 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 44 HP
Torque 271 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 71 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1413 kg 924 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1890 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 50 L


 

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