1957 Fiat 1200 vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1957 Fiat 1200 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Fiat 1200 (57 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Fiat 1200 should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203.
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, 1957 Fiat 1200 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Fiat 1200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1200 | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1200 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1219 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
