1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,569 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 40 kg more than 1953 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (156 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulia | 203 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1569 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
