1993 Cadillac Seville vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1993 Cadillac Seville is newer by 38 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 4,564 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Cadillac Seville (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 392 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.
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, 1993 Cadillac Seville, 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, 1993 Cadillac Seville (393 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403. 1993 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1955 Peugeot 403 has manual transmission. 1955 Peugeot 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Cadillac Seville | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Cadillac | Peugeot |
Model | Seville | 403 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4564 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |