1953 Peugeot 203 vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 58 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Fiat Panda weights approximately 160 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 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Peugeot 203 | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
| Model | 203 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |
