1977 Fiat Campagnola vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1977 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 22 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Fiat Campagnola is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (79 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 310 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.
Because 1977 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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, 1977 Fiat Campagnola (148 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Fiat Campagnola will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat Campagnola | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Campagnola | 403 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 50 L |
