2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (500 HP) has 456 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1388 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Dodge Ram (713 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 633 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Ram | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 713 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2313 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
