1958 Lotus Elite vs. 1960 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1960 Peugeot 403 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lotus Elite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lotus Elite would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lotus Elite (71 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lotus Elite should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1958 Lotus Elite.
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:
| 1958 Lotus Elite | 1960 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Lotus | Peugeot |
| Model | Elite | 403 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1216 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
