2007 Ford Bantam vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Ford Bantam is newer by 52 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Bantam (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Bantam should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Ford Bantam.
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, 2007 Ford Bantam, 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, 2007 Ford Bantam (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Bantam | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Bantam | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
