1968 Moretti Coupe vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1968 Moretti Coupe is newer by 13 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (26 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1968 Moretti Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 600 kg more than 1968 Moretti Coupe. 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, 1955 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Moretti Coupe. (41 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Moretti Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Moretti Coupe | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Moretti | Peugeot |
| Model | Coupe | 203 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 520 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3350 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
