1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Peugeot 403 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Seicento, 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.
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1998 Fiat Seicento | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Seicento | 403 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2910 mm |