2009 Lotus Elise vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Elise (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 98 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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 Lotus Elise (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
Model | Elise | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 78 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 882 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 50 L |