1969 Innocenti Mini vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1969 Innocenti Mini is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Innocenti Mini (47 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Because 1953 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Innocenti Mini, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1953 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Innocenti Mini. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Innocenti Mini | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | Mini | 203 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2150 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 70 L |
