2002 Lada Samara II vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2002 Lada Samara II 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 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lada Samara II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lada Samara II (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lada Samara II should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 Lada Samara II.
Because 1954 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 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lada Samara II, 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, 2002 Lada Samara II (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lada Samara II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lada Samara II | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lada | Peugeot |
| Model | Samara II | 203 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2580 mm |
