1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is newer by 2 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 2,441 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 463 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
Model | Tickford | 403 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
Engine Size | 2441 cc | 1466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |