2005 Marcos TSO vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Marcos TSO is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP) has 431 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Marcos TSO weights approximately 246 kg more than 1950 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, 2005 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Marcos | Peugeot |
| Model | TSO | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
