2005 Nissan Patrol vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Nissan Patrol is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Patrol (152 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Patrol is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Patrol will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Patrol (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Patrol | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Patrol | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2988 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 152 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
