2006 Nissan Frontier vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Nissan Frontier 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 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Frontier (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1958 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 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Frontier, 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 Nissan Frontier (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Nissan Frontier | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Frontier | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
