1959 Peugeot 403 vs. 1962 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1962 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 403 (56 HP @ 4650 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 95 kg more than 1962 Vauxhall Victor. 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:
| 1959 Peugeot 403 | 1962 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Peugeot | Vauxhall |
| Model | 403 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2550 mm |
