1985 Innocenti 990 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1985 Innocenti 990 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Innocenti 990 (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Innocenti 990, 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Innocenti 990. (75 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Innocenti 990.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Innocenti 990 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Innocenti | Peugeot |
| Model | 990 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2580 mm |
