2007 Fiat Strada vs. 1960 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Because 1960 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 1960 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada, 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, 2007 Fiat Strada (102 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Strada | 1960 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Strada | 203 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1122 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 50 L |
