1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 1974 Saab 99
To start off, 1974 Saab 99 is newer by 19 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Saab 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Saab 99 (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Saab 99 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 23 kg more than 1974 Saab 99.
Because 1955 Peugeot 403 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 1955 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Saab 99, 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, 1974 Saab 99 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Saab 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 1974 Saab 99 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Saab |
| Model | 403 | 99 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
