1995 Fiat Brava vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1995 Fiat Brava is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1995 Fiat Brava.
Because 1953 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 1953 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Brava, 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, 1995 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Brava | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Brava | 203 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 64.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
