1956 Peugeot 203 vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 57 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 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Fiat 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Fiat 500 (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Fiat 500 weights approximately 162 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.
Because 1956 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Fiat 500, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Fiat 500 (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Fiat 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Peugeot 203 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Fiat |
| Model | 203 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1142 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3668 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1866 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1503 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2300 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 40 L |
