1980 Mitsubishi Sigma vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (86 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma.
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, 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma (145 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Sigma | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Sigma | 403 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
