1984 Ford Sierra vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1984 Ford Sierra 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 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Ford Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 12 kg more than 1955 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. Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Sierra (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Sierra | 403 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
