1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Subaru Forester is newer by 51 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 465 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.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Subaru Forester (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 403 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1168 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
