1994 Fiat Vivace vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1994 Fiat Vivace is newer by 44 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), 1994 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Vivace (62 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 114 kg more than 1994 Fiat Vivace.
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, 1994 Fiat Vivace, 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 Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Vivace | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivace | 203 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2590 mm |
