1980 Audi Sport vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1980 Audi Sport is newer by 25 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 2,133 cc (5 cylinders), 1980 Audi Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Audi Sport (300 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport.
Because 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport 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, 1980 Audi Sport (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Audi Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Audi Sport | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Audi | Peugeot |
Model | Sport | 403 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2133 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.3 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |