2005 Peugeot 107 vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 107 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 107.
Because 1954 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 107, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Peugeot 107 | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 107 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
