1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (108 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight weights approximately 587 kg more than 1958 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. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight has automatic transmission and 1958 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1958 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Peugeot |
| Model | Eighty-Eight | 403 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1038 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2670 mm |
