2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1950 Peugeot 203

To start off, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata (124 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 268 kg more than 1950 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 Mazda MX-5 Miata (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata 1950 Peugeot 203
Make Mazda Peugeot
Model MX-5 Miata 203
Year Released 2008 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1290 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 124 HP 44 HP
Torque 167 Nm 80 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.1 mm 71 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1192 kg 924 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4360 mm
Vehicle Width 1730 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1260 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2340 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 50 L 50 L


 

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