1945 Maserati 4 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1953 Peugeot 203 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Maserati 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Maserati 4 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Maserati 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Maserati 4 (217 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Maserati 4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1945 Maserati 4.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Maserati 4 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | 4 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
