1970 Land Rover Serie II vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1970 Land Rover Serie II 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 2,284 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Land Rover Serie II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Land Rover Serie II (67 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Land Rover Serie II weights approximately 200 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.
Because 1970 Land Rover Serie II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Land Rover Serie II will offer significantly more control. 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 Land Rover Serie II (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1970 Land Rover Serie II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Land Rover Serie II | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | Serie II | 403 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2284 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 57 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
