2003 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Lotec C 1000 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 5,499 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 799 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 155 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 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 910 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotec C 1000 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lotec | Peugeot |
| Model | C 1000 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
