2008 Jeep Compass vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Jeep Compass is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Compass (173 HP) has 129 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Compass weights approximately 1058 kg more than 1949 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Compass is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Compass will offer significantly more control. 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 Jeep Compass (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Compass | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Jeep | Peugeot |
| Model | Compass | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2590 mm |
