1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 41 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, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Peugeot |
Model | 145 | 403 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1370 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 124 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2670 mm |