1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (96 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1955 Peugeot 403 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Fiesta | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Fiesta | 403 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 96 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2670 mm |
