1957 Peugeot 403 vs. 1969 Seat 1430
To start off, 1969 Seat 1430 is newer by 12 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. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Seat 1430 (70 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Seat 1430 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1969 Seat 1430.
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 | 1969 Seat 1430 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Seat |
| Model | 403 | 1430 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1436 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2430 mm |
