1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1959 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 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 21 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1959 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 35 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2910 mm |
