1955 Peugeot 203 vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1969 Seat 1430 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,436 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430.
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, 1969 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Peugeot 203 | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 203 | 1430 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1436 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2430 mm |