1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Fiat Uno is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Fiat Uno (71 HP) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 94 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1950 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 1950 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (108 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Fiat Uno | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Uno | 203 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2590 mm |
