1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 33 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
