1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1964 Austin A 90 is newer by 9 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
