1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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.
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1987 Ford Festiva | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Ford | Peugeot |
Model | Festiva | 403 |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2910 mm |