1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Abarth 750 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Abarth 750 (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Abarth 750 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750.
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 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 750 | 203 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 69 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 |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |