2000 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,390 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (158 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 429 kg more than 1959 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, 2000 Chevrolet Camaro (271 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Camaro | 203 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3390 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1413 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |