1957 Citroen 11 vs. 1957 Peugeot 403
To start off, both 1957 Citroen 11 and 1957 Peugeot 403 were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,911 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 55 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1957 Citroen 11.
Because 1957 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 1957 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 11 | 1957 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | 11 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2910 mm |
