1951 Abarth 205 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Peugeot 203 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Abarth 205. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Abarth 205 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Abarth 205 (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Abarth 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1951 Abarth 205.
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:
| 1951 Abarth 205 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 205 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1188 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 818 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
