1989 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1961 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro (238 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 403.
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.
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1989 Chevrolet Camaro | 1961 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Camaro | 403 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2910 mm |