1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia (197 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia weights approximately 222 kg more than 1958 Peugeot 403. 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.
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1999 Nissan 200 SX Silvia | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
Model | 200 SX Silvia | 403 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2670 mm |