1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 2012 Opel Agila
To start off, 2012 Opel Agila is newer by 57 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, 2012 Opel Agila (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Opel Agila should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2012 Opel Agila.
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, 2012 Opel Agila, 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, 2012 Opel Agila (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Agila will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Peugeot 403 | 2012 Opel Agila | |
| Make | Peugeot | Opel |
| Model | 403 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 74 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 73.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| 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 | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 41 L |
