1969 Abarth 2000 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1969 Abarth 2000 is newer by 14 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 1,946 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Abarth 2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Abarth 2000 (221 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Abarth 2000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 498 kg more than 1969 Abarth 2000.
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:
| 1969 Abarth 2000 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Abarth | Peugeot |
| Model | 2000 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1946 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2090 mm | 2900 mm |
