2006 Dodge Dakota vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Dodge Dakota is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,703 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 844 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Dakota 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, 2006 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Dakota | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Dakota | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3703 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
