1959 Peugeot 403 vs. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 45 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 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser (160 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 980 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 | 2004 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 403 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1466 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2720 mm |
