1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,746 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (142 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 weights approximately 231 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Peugeot 203 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 203 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
