1960 Peugeot 403 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 50 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Equator.
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. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 1960 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1960 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Peugeot 403 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Peugeot | Suzuki |
| Model | 403 | Equator |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
