1966 Fiat Grand Break vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1966 Fiat Grand Break 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Grand Break is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (96 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Grand Break should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Fiat Grand Break weights approximately 152 kg more than 1955 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, 1966 Fiat Grand Break (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Grand Break will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat Grand Break | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Grand Break | 203 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1955 |
| 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 | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
