2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 42 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 1,357 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (79 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo, 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Stilo | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Stilo | 203 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 6.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |