1999 Ford Contour vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Ford Contour 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Ford Contour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Contour (200 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Contour should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Contour weights approximately 272 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Ford Contour, 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 Ford Contour (224 Nm @ 5625 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Contour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Ford Contour | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Contour | 203 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5625 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 50 L |