1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe vs. 1960 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Peugeot 403 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 MCC Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 1960 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | MCC | Peugeot |
| Model | Smart & Pulse City Coupe | 403 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 599 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 50 L |
