1973 Fiat 130 vs. 1943 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1973 Fiat 130 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 3,237 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1943 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1943 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 785 kg more than 1943 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 130 | 1943 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 130 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1943 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3237 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2460 mm |
