1999 Opel Omega vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 450 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.
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 Opel Omega (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Opel Omega | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Omega | 203 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |