1972 Fiat 125 vs. 1957 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1972 Fiat 125 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 125 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 125 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125.
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:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 1957 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | 125 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
