1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Abarth 1600 is newer by 2 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1600 (95 HP) has 51 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600.
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:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1600 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |
