1967 Opel Commodore vs. 1962 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1967 Opel Commodore is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Opel Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Opel Commodore (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1962 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Opel Commodore should accelerate faster than 1962 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1967 Opel Commodore.
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 Opel Commodore | 1962 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Commodore | 403 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
