2005 Ford E-150 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP) has 181 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1458 kg more than 1956 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 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | E-150 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 70 L |
