2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (188 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 203 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1250 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |