1962 Peugeot 403 vs. 2000 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2000 TVR Tuscan is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Tuscan (390 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 335 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2000 TVR Tuscan.
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 Peugeot 403 | 2000 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Peugeot | TVR |
| Model | 403 | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 58 L |
