1993 Citroen AX vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1993 Citroen AX 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Citroen AX (48 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Citroen AX should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1993 Citroen AX.
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 Citroen AX, 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 Citroen AX (75 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Citroen AX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Citroen AX | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Citroen | Peugeot |
| Model | AX | 403 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 668 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2900 mm |
