2006 Ford Ranger vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Ford Ranger is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ranger (86 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Ranger weights approximately 1938 kg more than 1950 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 Ford Ranger (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ranger | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ranger | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
