1960 Peugeot 403 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Peugeot 504 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 504 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 504 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 403.
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:
| 1960 Peugeot 403 | 1968 Peugeot 504 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 403 | 504 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2750 mm |
