1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 1972 Seat 124
To start off, 1972 Seat 124 is newer by 16 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 124 (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 124 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1972 Seat 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Seat 124 (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Seat 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 1972 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 203 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
