2000 Nissan Sentra vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Nissan Sentra 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 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Sentra (152 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203.
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 Nissan Sentra, 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 Nissan Sentra (176 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203. 2000 Nissan Sentra has automatic transmission and 1950 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1950 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Nissan Sentra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Nissan Sentra | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Sentra | 203 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1770 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 176 Nm | 80 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |