1993 Ford Fiesta vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1993 Ford Fiesta is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Fiesta (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 302 kg more than 1993 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1960 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 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Ford Fiesta (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Ford Fiesta | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 203 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1118 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2790 mm |
