1989 Peugeot 505 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 34 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 132 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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Peugeot 505 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Peugeot |
| Model | 505 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2900 mm |
