1999 Chevrolet Metro vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Metro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Metro (53 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1999 Chevrolet Metro.
Because 1958 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Metro, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Metro (79 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Metro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Metro | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Metro | 203 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
