2004 Ford Focus vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Ford Focus is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Focus weights approximately 273 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Focus (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Focus | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Focus | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2790 mm |
