1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1968 Dodge Dart is newer by 13 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 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 209 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, 1968 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Dodge Dart | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Dart | 403 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |