1973 Nissan Cedric vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cedric 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 2,565 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Nissan Cedric (118 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 20 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Nissan Cedric (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1973 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Nissan Cedric | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Cedric | 403 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2565 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2670 mm |
