1965 Abarth OT vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 Abarth OT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth OT (64 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth OT should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 304 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Abarth OT | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | OT | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 981 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
