2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (159 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 1375 kg more than 1958 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 Patrol (380 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Patrol | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | Patrol | 203 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 159 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 135 L | 50 L |