1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1990 Fiat Uno is newer by 35 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, 1990 Fiat Uno (55 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 406 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Because 1955 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 1955 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Uno, 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Fiat Uno (89 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Uno | 403 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 89 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |