2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 2,148 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 850 kg more than 1955 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 Mercedes-Benz Viano (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | Viano | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
