2006 Fiat Panda vs. 1954 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Fiat Panda is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Panda (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1954 Peugeot 203. (45 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1954 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2006 Fiat Panda.
Because 2006 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Peugeot 203. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Fiat Panda (197 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Peugeot 203. (77 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Peugeot 203. 2006 Fiat Panda has automatic transmission and 1954 Peugeot 203 has manual transmission. 1954 Peugeot 203 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Fiat Panda will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Panda | 1954 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 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 | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
