2002 Opel Corsa vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2002 Opel Corsa is newer by 49 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Opel Corsa (58 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2002 Opel Corsa.
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, 2002 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (88 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Opel Corsa | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Corsa | 203 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 998 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2580 mm |