1996 Hyundai Lantra vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1996 Hyundai Lantra 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 1,494 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Hyundai Lantra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (87 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Hyundai Lantra should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1996 Hyundai Lantra.
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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra, 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, 1996 Hyundai Lantra (128 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Hyundai Lantra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
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1996 Hyundai Lantra | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
Model | Lantra | 403 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1494 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2670 mm |