2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 55 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 130 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, 2008 Ford Mustang (325 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Mustang | 203 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 81 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |