1982 Maserati Bi Turbo vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is newer by 29 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (202 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo weights approximately 115 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, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo (258 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Maserati | Peugeot |
| Model | Bi Turbo | 203 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1953 |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2580 mm |
