1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 24 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
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, 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Giulia | 203 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |