1955 Peugeot 403 vs. 2013 Volvo X670
To start off, 2013 Volvo X670 is newer by 58 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo X670 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo X670 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo X670 weights approximately 861 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 2013 Volvo X670 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volvo X670 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, 2013 Volvo X670 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 367 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo X670 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403. 2013 Volvo X670 has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volvo X670 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1955 Peugeot 403 | 2013 Volvo X670 | |
Make | Peugeot | Volvo |
Model | 403 | X670 |
Year Released | 1955 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1466 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 74 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1067 kg | 1928 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4838 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1604 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2815 mm |