1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 97 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta.
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 Lancia Beta (165 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm). This means 1977 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Lancia | Peugeot |
| Model | Beta | 203 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 50 L |
