2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP) has 275 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 429 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 Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1957 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1957 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
