2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (192 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (260 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1959 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1959 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Silverado | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 192 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
