1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 37 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Fiat Punto | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Punto | 203 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |