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Peugeot 203 Cabriolet

General information

ModelPeugeot 203 Cabriolet
Year1959
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating48.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1288 ccm (78.59 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement1288 ccm (78.59 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power45.00 PS (33 kW or 44 HP) at 4600 Rev. per min.
Max torque80.00 Nm (8.2 kgf-m or 59.0 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression9.4:1
Bore x stroke75.0 x 73.0 mm (3.0 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0459 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4150 litres (1,096 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle9 m (346.5 inches)
Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight984 kg (2,169.3 pounds)
Overall length4360 mm (171.7 inches)
Overall width1620 mm (63.8 inches)
Overall height1470 mm (57.9 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2580 mm (101.6 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)
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