1984 Mazda 323 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1984 Mazda 323 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Mazda 323 (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Mazda 323 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 316 kg more than 1984 Mazda 323.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Mazda 323 (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Mazda 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Mazda 323 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 323 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1071 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 852 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
