1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1960 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1960 Peugeot 403 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800.
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:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 1960 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1800 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
