1958 Peugeot 403 vs. 1953 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Peugeot 403 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Peugeot 403 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1953 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1953 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1953 Peugeot 203. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 403 | 1953 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 403 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2580 mm |
