2008 Lexus IS vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Lexus IS is newer by 51 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus IS (270 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus IS weights approximately 530 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, 2008 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Lexus IS | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lexus | Peugeot |
| Model | IS | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
