2003 Lotus Esprit vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Lotus Esprit is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Lotus Esprit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lotus Esprit (240 HP) has 196 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lotus Esprit should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lotus Esprit weights approximately 381 kg more than 1950 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 Lotus Esprit (294 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lotus Esprit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Lotus Esprit | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Esprit | 203 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2590 mm |
