1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Fiat 1400 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Fiat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Fiat 1400 (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Fiat 1400 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Fiat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Fiat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Fiat 1400 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 1400 | 203 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |