2006 Mazda 6 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Mazda 6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,964 cc, 2006 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda 6 (215 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Mazda 6.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mazda 6, 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 Mazda 6 (270 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda 6 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 6 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2964 cc | 1288 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |
