1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 188 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 403 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2900 mm |
