1954 Peugeot 203 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 49 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Seat Altea (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 285 kg more than 1954 Peugeot 203. 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, 2003 Seat Altea, 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, 2003 Seat Altea (251 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Peugeot 203 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 203 | Altea |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |