1993 Mercury Mystique vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1993 Mercury Mystique 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 2,543 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Mystique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Mystique (168 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Mystique should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Mystique weights approximately 13 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 Mercury Mystique, 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 Mercury Mystique (220 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Mystique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Mystique | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Mystique | 403 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2543 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1313 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |