1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 50 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 2,945 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 242 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Peugeot | Renault |
| Model | 403 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 61 L |
