1971 Abarth 595 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1971 Abarth 595 is newer by 12 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 514 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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, 1959 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 595 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
