1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Abarth 1300 (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Abarth 1300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2580 mm |
