1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 1991 Seat Toledo
To start off, 1991 Seat Toledo is newer by 36 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Seat Toledo (90 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 152 kg more than 1991 Seat Toledo.
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, 1991 Seat Toledo, 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, 1991 Seat Toledo (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1991 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Peugeot 403 | 1991 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Peugeot | Seat |
Model | 403 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 1016 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |