1978 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1978 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1978 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1959 Peugeot 203 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Ritmo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1978 Fiat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat Ritmo | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Ritmo | 203 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 50 L |