1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 45 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 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (129 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 (149 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 203 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1712 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
