1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is newer by 26 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (80 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta weights approximately 270 kg more than 1953 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, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta (162 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfetta | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfetta | 203 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
