1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1965 Lancia Flaminia is newer by 8 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 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP) has 104 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 300 kg more than 1957 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Flaminia | 203 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 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 | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
