2009 Nissan Frontier vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Nissan Frontier 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 2,486 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Frontier (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Frontier (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Frontier | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Frontier | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2486 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |