2007 Lexus IS vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (175 HP) has 131 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 610 kg more than 1957 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 Lexus IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | IS | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2231 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
