1973 Mazda RX-2 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1973 Mazda RX-2 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 2,292 cc, 1973 Mazda RX-2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda RX-2 (118 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda RX-2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 208 kg more than 1973 Mazda RX-2.
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 Mazda RX-2 (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Mazda RX-2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda RX-2 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-2 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2292 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
