1971 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. Both 1971 Alfa Romeo GT and 1954 Peugeot 203 are equipped with a 1,290 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203.
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, 1971 Alfa Romeo GT (140 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alfa Romeo GT | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | GT | 203 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2160 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
