1959 Peugeot 203 vs. 2005 Seat Altea
To start off, 2005 Seat Altea is newer by 46 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Altea (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Altea weights approximately 480 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, 2005 Seat Altea, 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, 2005 Seat Altea (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Peugeot 203 | 2005 Seat Altea | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 203 | Altea |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |