1957 Peugeot 403 vs. 1961 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1961 Peugeot 403 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 403 would be higher. Both 1957 Peugeot 403 and 1961 Peugeot 403 are equipped with a 1,468 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Peugeot 403 (56 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 403.
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:
| 1957 Peugeot 403 | 1961 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 403 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
