1997 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1950 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 47 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 1,370 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP) has 58 more horse power than 1950 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1950 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1950 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1950 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | 145 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2590 mm |
