1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is newer by 44 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Because 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will offer significantly more control. 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, 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Alfa Romeo Sportut | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Sportut | 203 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
