1949 Fiat 500 vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1955 Peugeot 203 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 374 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 500 | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 500 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 44 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
