2000 Opel Agila vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2000 Opel Agila is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Agila (72 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Agila weights approximately 105 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Opel Agila, 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 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Agila | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Agila | 203 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
