1960 Abarth Coupe vs. 1952 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1960 Abarth Coupe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Abarth Coupe (47 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1952 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Abarth Coupe should accelerate faster than 1952 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
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, 1952 Peugeot 203 (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth Coupe. (57 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1952 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth Coupe | 1952 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 203 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 783 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
