2002 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2002 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (288 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1954 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, 2002 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 2002 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1954 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1954 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti Q45 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Infiniti | Peugeot |
Model | Q45 | 203 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4493 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 396 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |