1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Abarth 1000 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 1000 (87 HP) has 43 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000.
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, 1958 Abarth 1000 (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 1000 | 203 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 96 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2590 mm |