1970 Audi Super 90 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1970 Audi Super 90 is newer by 15 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 1,759 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Audi Super 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Audi Super 90 (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Audi Super 90 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403.
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, 1970 Audi Super 90 (149 Nm) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm). This means 1970 Audi Super 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Audi Super 90 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Audi | Peugeot |
| Model | Super 90 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1759 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.3 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
