2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 538 kg more than 1958 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 Mustang (411 Nm) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Mustang | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
