1975 Mercury Comet vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1975 Mercury Comet is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercury Comet (74 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercury Comet weights approximately 395 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mercury Comet | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | 403 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3272 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
