2003 Ford Mustang vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 682 kg more than 1956 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 Mustang (530 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford Mustang | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 203 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |