2005 Fiat Palio vs. 1955 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2005 Fiat Palio is newer by 50 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Fiat Palio (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 19 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Fiat Palio (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Palio | 1955 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Palio | 203 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 6.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 906 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 70 L |