2003 Caterham 7 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Caterham 7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Caterham 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Caterham 7 (200 HP) has 156 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Caterham 7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 494 kg more than 2003 Caterham 7.
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, 2003 Caterham 7 (210 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Caterham 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Caterham 7 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Caterham | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 490 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 810 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2580 mm |
