1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,754 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 132 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Fiat 132 (111 HP) has 67 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Fiat 132 should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1949 Peugeot 203. 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, 1973 Fiat 132 (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Fiat 132 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 132 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
