1995 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1995 Daihatsu Applause is newer by 40 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Daihatsu Applause is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Daihatsu Applause should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1995 Daihatsu Applause.
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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause, 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, 1995 Daihatsu Applause (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Daihatsu Applause will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Daihatsu Applause | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Applause | 403 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
