1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 1983 Zastava 102
To start off, 1983 Zastava 102 is newer by 28 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, 1983 Zastava 102 (49 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Zastava 102 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 398 kg more than 1983 Zastava 102.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Zastava 102 (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Zastava 102 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 1983 Zastava 102 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Zastava |
| Model | 403 | 102 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2160 mm |
