2000 GMC Safari vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 GMC Safari is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GMC Safari (187 HP) has 143 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GMC Safari weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1952 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203. 2000 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1952 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1952 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 GMC Safari | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | GMC | Peugeot |
Model | Safari | 203 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 339 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 71 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 50 L |