2006 Fiat Siena vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2006 Fiat Siena is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,581 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Siena is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Siena (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Siena weights approximately 803 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Siena, 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, 2006 Fiat Siena (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Siena will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Siena | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Siena | 203 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
