1974 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 19 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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 256 kg more than 1974 Daihatsu Charmant.
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, 1974 Daihatsu Charmant (114 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Daihatsu Charmant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Daihatsu Charmant | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
Model | Charmant | 403 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1407 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 912 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2900 mm |