1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 (95 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 weights approximately 177 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 Mercedes-Benz 200 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mercedes-Benz 200 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Peugeot |
| Model | 200 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
