2006 Dodge Caliber vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Dodge Caliber is newer by 47 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Caliber is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Caliber (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 500 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Caliber, 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, 2006 Dodge Caliber (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Caliber will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Caliber | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Caliber | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 70 L |
