2008 Mazda DrifterX vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Mazda DrifterX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda DrifterX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda DrifterX weights approximately 550 kg more than 1954 Peugeot 203.
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 Mazda DrifterX (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda DrifterX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda DrifterX | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | DrifterX | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 21.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |
