1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1957 Peugeot 203 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP) has 32 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Giulietta | 203 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 112 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |