1979 Mercury Cougar vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1979 Mercury Cougar is newer by 20 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Mercury Cougar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mercury Cougar (134 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mercury Cougar should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mercury Cougar weights approximately 625 kg more than 1959 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mercury Cougar | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Cougar | 403 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2910 mm |
