2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (87 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
Because 1955 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 1955 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (112 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
