1964 Autobianchi Stellina vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1964 Autobianchi Stellina is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Peugeot 203 (45 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (27 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 460 kg more than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1954 Peugeot 203 (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1954 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Autobianchi Stellina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Autobianchi Stellina | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Peugeot |
| Model | Stellina | 203 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1954 |
| Engine Size | 765 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
