1975 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP) has 45 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider weights approximately 56 kg more than 1950 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, 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider (121 Nm) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm). This means 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Spider | 203 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1287 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2590 mm |
