1963 Fiat Berline vs. 1960 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1963 Fiat Berline is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Fiat Berline (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1960 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Fiat Berline should accelerate faster than 1960 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat Berline weights approximately 40 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat Berline | 1960 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Berline | 403 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
