2000 Mercury Tracer vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP) has 65 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 220 kg more than 1951 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 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 1951 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer, 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 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Mercury Tracer | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Tracer | 203 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 173 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2590 mm |