2006 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 805 kg more than 1954 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 Mercedes-Benz C (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mercedes-Benz C | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | C | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
