1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1956 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1956 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1956 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 1956 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1956 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 203 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2580 mm |
