1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1972 Seat 1430
To start off, 1972 Seat 1430 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Seat 1430 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Seat 1430 (70 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Seat 1430 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1958 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, 1972 Seat 1430 (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Seat 1430 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 203 | 1972 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 203 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2430 mm |
