2009 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 52 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 281 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, 2009 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Colorado | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Colorado | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |