1971 Buick Skylark vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1971 Buick Skylark is newer by 16 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Buick Skylark (150 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Skylark weights approximately 437 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, 1971 Buick Skylark (366 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Skylark | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Buick | Peugeot |
Model | Skylark | 403 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 50 L |