2001 Ford Ka vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Ford Ka is newer by 48 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 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Ka (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2001 Ford Ka.
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, 2001 Ford Ka, 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, 2001 Ford Ka (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ka | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 203 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
