1976 Mitsubishi Minica vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Minica is newer by 17 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 403 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. (27 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 720 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Minica. 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:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Minica | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Minica | 403 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 359 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |
