2003 Ginetta G34 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Ginetta G34 is newer by 50 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ginetta G34 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ginetta G34 (187 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ginetta G34 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2003 Ginetta G34.
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 Ginetta G34 (280 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Ginetta G34 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ginetta G34 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ginetta | Peugeot |
| Model | G34 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
