2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 551 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Colorado | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2769 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1671 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
