1967 Alpine A vs. 1957 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1967 Alpine A is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 403 would be higher. Both 1967 Alpine A and 1957 Peugeot 403 are equipped with a 1,468 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alpine A (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alpine A should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1967 Alpine A.
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:
| 1967 Alpine A | 1957 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Alpine | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 403 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2910 mm |
