1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 1963 Volvo 120 is newer by 8 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 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Volvo 120 (67 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 158 kg more than 1963 Volvo 120.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1963 Volvo 120 (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
| Model | 403 | 120 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
