1973 Bitter CD vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1973 Bitter CD is newer by 18 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Bitter CD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Bitter CD (226 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Bitter CD should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Bitter CD weights approximately 657 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, 1973 Bitter CD (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Bitter CD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403. 1973 Bitter CD has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Bitter CD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Bitter CD | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
| Model | CD | 403 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1724 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
