1969 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 10 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 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo GT.
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, 1969 Alfa Romeo GT (137 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo GT | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | GT | 203 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |