1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1964 Triumph Spitfire is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (62 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 219 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
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, 1964 Triumph Spitfire (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Peugeot | Triumph |
| Model | 203 | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
