1950 Peugeot 203 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Seat 124 is newer by 26 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, 1976 Seat 124 (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Seat 124 weights approximately 6 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Peugeot 203 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 203 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 924 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
