1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1958 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1958 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 1958 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud, 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, 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1958 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Alfasud | 203 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2790 mm |
