1979 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1979 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 19 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 1,714 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Fiat Ritmo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (53 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1979 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1960 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 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Fiat Ritmo (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Fiat Ritmo | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 203 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 1286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
