2007 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina weights approximately 633 kg more than 1953 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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Lumina | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Lumina | 203 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1953 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5667 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1613 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |