2002 Lexus SC vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2002 Lexus SC is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,291 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus SC (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus SC weights approximately 760 kg more than 1960 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 Lexus SC (447 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203. 2002 Lexus SC has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus SC | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | SC | 203 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4291 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 278 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
