1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 2000 Alfa Romeo 146
To start off, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 is newer by 45 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (104 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2000 Alfa Romeo 146.
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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146, 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, 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 (125 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 2000 Alfa Romeo 146 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 403 | 146 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1370 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 51 L |
