1986 Bitter SC vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 31 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Bitter SC weights approximately 182 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, 1986 Bitter SC (249 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Bitter SC | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Bitter | Peugeot |
Model | SC | 403 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 249 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |