2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2006 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP) has 184 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 508 kg more than 1949 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 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-8 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2590 mm |
