1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 1962 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1962 Peugeot 403 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta (76 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 366 kg more than 1956 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
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 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 1962 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
| Model | Giulietta | 403 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
