2008 Peugeot 207 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Peugeot 207 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 207 weights approximately 128 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Peugeot 207 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 207 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
