1972 Mitsubishi Galant vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 17 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 343 kg more than 1972 Mitsubishi Galant.
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, 1972 Mitsubishi Galant (117 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mitsubishi Galant | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Galant | 403 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1378 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2900 mm |
