2003 Ford Falcon vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Ford Falcon 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Falcon weights approximately 590 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.
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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Falcon | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Falcon | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 357 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.3 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |
