1998 Abarth Monotipo vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Abarth Monotipo is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Abarth Monotipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Abarth Monotipo (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Abarth Monotipo should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1998 Abarth Monotipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Abarth Monotipo | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | Monotipo | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2790 mm |
