2009 Citroen C1 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 2009 Citroen C1 is newer by 52 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 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Citroen C1 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2009 Citroen C1.
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, 2009 Citroen C1, 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, 2009 Citroen C1 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C1 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | C1 | 203 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 50 L |
