2001 Opel Vectra vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Opel Vectra is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Opel Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Opel Vectra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Vectra weights approximately 410 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Opel Vectra, 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 Opel Vectra (270 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Vectra | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Vectra | 203 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |
