1981 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1981 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Ritmo should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 64 kg more than 1981 Fiat Ritmo.
Because 1950 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 1950 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Fiat Ritmo (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1981 Fiat Ritmo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat Ritmo | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Ritmo | 203 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2590 mm |
