2009 Mercury Milan vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Mercury Milan is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Milan weights approximately 945 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Milan, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercury Milan (212 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203. 2009 Mercury Milan has automatic transmission and 1956 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1956 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Milan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercury Milan | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Milan | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 212 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 50 L |
