1999 Chevrolet S-10 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 45 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet S-10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Chevrolet S-10 (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet S-10 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | S-10 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2580 mm |
