1972 Fiat 130 vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1972 Fiat 130 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1960 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 130 | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 130 | 203 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1286 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |