1962 Peugeot 403 vs. 2009 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2009 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 47 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2009 Toyota Tacoma.
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. 2009 Toyota Tacoma 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. 2009 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Peugeot 403 | 2009 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Peugeot | Toyota |
| Model | 403 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 79 L |
