1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Peugeot |
| Model | Lancer | 403 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2900 mm |
