1964 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1964 Fiat Grand Break is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 290 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. 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, 1964 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat Grand Break | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Break | 203 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
