1962 Alpine A 110 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1962 Alpine A 110 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Alpine A 110 (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 593 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 110.
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:
| 1962 Alpine A 110 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 956 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 50 L |
