2004 Ford Econovan vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Ford Econovan is newer by 47 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Econovan (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Econovan should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Econovan weights approximately 371 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, 2004 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Econovan | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Econovan | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2580 mm |
