2008 Fiat Panda vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2008 Fiat Panda is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Fiat Panda (59 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1949 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2008 Fiat Panda.
Because 1949 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 1949 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Fiat Panda (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Peugeot 203. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Fiat Panda | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Panda | 203 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2590 mm |
