1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1960 Peugeot 203 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Fiat 1500 (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Fiat 1500 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 78 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1500 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
