1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,570 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 203 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 50 L |
