1994 Fiat Punto vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 39 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 328 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 1994 Fiat Punto, 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (86 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
| Model | Punto | 403 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 50 L |
