1974 Fiat 133 vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1958 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 133 | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | 133 | 203 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |