2000 Daihatsu Sirion vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is newer by 45 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Peugeot 403 (57 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Peugeot 403 should accelerate faster than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Daihatsu Sirion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Peugeot 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Sirion will offer significantly more control. 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, 1955 Peugeot 403 (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Peugeot 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Daihatsu Sirion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Sirion | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Sirion | 403 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 989 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3680 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 50 L |
