1977 Opel Monza vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1977 Opel Monza 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Opel Monza (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Opel Monza weights approximately 67 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, 1977 Opel Monza (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1977 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Opel Monza | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Opel | Peugeot |
Model | Monza | 403 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2969 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 248 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1367 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2670 mm |