1998 Honda Civic vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 43 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 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Honda Civic, 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, 1998 Honda Civic (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Civic | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | Civic | 403 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2670 mm |