2000 Holden Berlina vs. 1956 Peugeot 203

To start off, 2000 Holden Berlina is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Holden Berlina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Holden Berlina (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Holden Berlina should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Holden Berlina weights approximately 660 kg more than 1956 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 Holden Berlina (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Holden Berlina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Holden Berlina 1956 Peugeot 203
Make Holden Peugeot
Model Berlina 203
Year Released 2000 1956
Body Type Station Wagon Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 1289 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 204 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 4500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 77 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 1640 kg 980 kg
Vehicle Length 5090 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1620 mm
Vehicle Height 1550 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2580 mm


 

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