2000 Audi A2 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Audi A2 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Audi A2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A2 (74 HP) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A2 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2000 Audi A2.
Because 1950 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 1950 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi A2, 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, 2000 Audi A2 (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A2 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | A2 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1390 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
