1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1961 Seat 1400
To start off, 1961 Seat 1400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Seat 1400 (49 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Seat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Seat 1400 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1956 Peugeot 203. 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, 1961 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1961 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Peugeot 203 | 1961 Seat 1400 | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 203 | 1400 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2660 mm |