1965 Abarth OT vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (60 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1965 Abarth OT.
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, 1965 Abarth OT (81 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Abarth OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | OT | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
