1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero is newer by 4 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (93 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1000 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero (197 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm). This means 1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
Model | 1000 Bialbero | 203 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 988 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 78 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 50 L |