1991 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,301 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 400 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Chrysler Town & Country, 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.
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1991 Chrysler Town & Country | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Town & Country | 403 |
Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3301 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |