1966 Fiat OT vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT.
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:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | OT | 403 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2670 mm |
