1995 Fiat Vivace vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1995 Fiat Vivace is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,372 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Fiat Vivace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Fiat Vivace (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Fiat Vivace should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1995 Fiat Vivace.
Because 1954 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 1954 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Fiat Vivace (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Fiat Vivace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Fiat Vivace | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Vivace | 203 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2790 mm |
