1963 Daihatsu Compagno vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1963 Daihatsu Compagno is newer by 8 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, 1955 Peugeot 403 (44 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (35 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1955 Peugeot 403 (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno. (66 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Daihatsu Compagno.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Daihatsu Compagno | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Compagno | 403 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 797 cc | 1468 cc |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 765 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2900 mm |