1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1960 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1960 Peugeot 403 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Peugeot 403 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. 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:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1960 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 30 | 403 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |