1999 Nissan Laurel vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Nissan Laurel is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Nissan Laurel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan Laurel (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan Laurel should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan Laurel weights approximately 465 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Laurel (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Nissan Laurel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 1999 Nissan Laurel has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Nissan Laurel will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Nissan Laurel | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Laurel | 203 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
