1994 Mazda 626 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1994 Mazda 626 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Mazda 626 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mazda 626 (108 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mazda 626 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1994 Mazda 626.
Let's talk about torque, 1994 Mazda 626 (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Mazda 626 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Mazda 626 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | 626 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 73 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2670 mm |
