1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 1958 Trabant P 50
To start off, 1958 Trabant P 50 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 403 (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Trabant P 50. (18 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1958 Trabant P 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 518 kg more than 1958 Trabant P 50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Peugeot 403 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Trabant P 50. (41 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Trabant P 50.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Peugeot 403 | 1958 Trabant P 50 | |
Make | Peugeot | Trabant |
Model | 403 | P 50 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1958 |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 18 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 41 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2030 mm |