1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 1995 Seat Marbella
To start off, 1995 Seat Marbella is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Peugeot 203 (45 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 Seat Marbella. (40 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1995 Seat Marbella. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1995 Seat Marbella. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Seat Marbella, 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, 1954 Peugeot 203 (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Seat Marbella. (60 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Seat Marbella.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Peugeot 203 | 1995 Seat Marbella | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 203 | Marbella |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2170 mm |
