2009 Land Rover LR3 vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Land Rover LR3 is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover LR3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover LR3 (296 HP) has 252 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Because 2009 Land Rover LR3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover LR3 will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover LR3 (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover LR3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203. 2009 Land Rover LR3 has automatic transmission and 1952 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1952 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Land Rover LR3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover LR3 | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | LR3 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
