1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1951 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (110 HP) has 66 more horse power than 1951 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 should accelerate faster than 1951 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1951 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, 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 (241 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1951 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 75 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
