2003 Dodge Dakota vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Dodge Dakota is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Dakota (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 611 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. 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 Dodge Dakota (196 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Dakota | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2580 mm |
