1956 Abarth 600 vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1959 Peugeot 403 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 403 (56 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 600 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2670 mm |
