2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 911 kg more than 1950 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 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Nissan Silvia | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Silvia | 203 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
