1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1960 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 1 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 1,481 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Fiat 1300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 1300 (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 1300 should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300.
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:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1960 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
