1990 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,962 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo Spider.
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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1990 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | Spider | 403 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1962 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |