2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda.
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, 2004 Fiat Panda, 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, 2004 Fiat Panda (260 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm). This means 2004 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 203 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 1357 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
