1998 Fiat Duna vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1998 Fiat Duna is newer by 45 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 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Fiat Duna (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Duna should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1998 Fiat Duna.
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, 1998 Fiat Duna, 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, 1998 Fiat Duna (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Fiat Duna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Fiat Duna | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Duna | 203 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2790 mm |
