1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1955 Peugeot 403 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,493 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Fiat 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 403 (57 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1500 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 50 L |
