1962 Peugeot 403 vs. 1962 Rover P5
To start off, both 1962 Peugeot 403 and 1962 Rover P5 were released in the same year (1962). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Rover P5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Rover P5 (119 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Rover P5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Rover P5 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1962 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. 1962 Rover P5 has automatic transmission and 1962 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1962 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Rover P5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Peugeot 403 | 1962 Rover P5 | |
Make | Peugeot | Rover |
Model | 403 | P5 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |