1959 Abarth Bialbero vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Abarth Bialbero is newer by 1 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth Bialbero (72 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1959 Abarth Bialbero.
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 Bialbero | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | Bialbero | 203 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
