2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Fiat Palio.
Because 1955 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 1955 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio, 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Palio | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Palio | 203 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1288 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 73 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2790 mm |