1954 Ferrari 553 F1 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1957 Peugeot 203 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 553 F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 (256 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 553 F1.
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:
| 1954 Ferrari 553 F1 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Peugeot |
| Model | 553 F1 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1957 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1030 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2580 mm |
