1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is newer by 2 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 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 122 kg more than 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 1900 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2790 mm |
