1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1984 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 1984 Seat Ibiza is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ibiza (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1984 Seat Ibiza.
Because 1953 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ibiza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Seat Ibiza (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1984 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 203 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1714 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 20.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
