1983 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 30 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 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Spider | 203 |
Year Released | 1983 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1287 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |