1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 1997 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 1997 Reliant Scimitar is newer by 42 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, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Reliant Scimitar should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1997 Reliant Scimitar.
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, 1997 Reliant Scimitar (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Reliant Scimitar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 1997 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Peugeot | Reliant |
| Model | 403 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 893 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2140 mm |
