1999 Mazda B2500 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Mazda B2500 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda B2500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda B2500 (82 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mazda B2500 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Mazda B2500 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mazda B2500 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mazda B2500 (194 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Mazda B2500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda B2500 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B2500 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2790 mm |
