2009 Dodge Ram vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (212 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1953 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 Dodge Ram (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Ram | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Ram | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
