1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (241 Nm) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | 203 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2790 mm |
