2005 Mazda Drifter vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Mazda Drifter 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 2,499 cc, 2005 Mazda Drifter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda Drifter (112 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda Drifter should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2005 Mazda Drifter.
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 Mazda Drifter (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Drifter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda Drifter | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | Drifter | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1357 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
