1958 Alvis TD vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1958 Alvis TD is newer by 3 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 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Alvis TD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Alvis TD (116 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Alvis TD should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Alvis TD weights approximately 257 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.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Alvis TD (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Alvis TD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alvis TD | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Alvis | Peugeot |
| Model | TD | 403 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 50 L |
