1976 Dodge Aspen vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1976 Dodge Aspen is newer by 21 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 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Dodge Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Dodge Aspen (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Dodge Aspen should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Dodge Aspen weights approximately 185 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, 1976 Dodge Aspen (231 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Dodge Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Dodge Aspen | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
Model | Aspen | 403 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 231 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 117.5 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2670 mm |