1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1956 Abarth 750 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (41 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 336 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1951 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1951 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 750 | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 750 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 584 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3280 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 50 L |
