1992 Honda CRX vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1992 Honda CRX is newer by 37 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Honda CRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1992 Honda CRX.
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, 1992 Honda CRX, 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, 1992 Honda CRX (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Honda CRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Honda CRX | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Honda | Peugeot |
| Model | CRX | 403 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 141 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
