2003 Fiat Albea vs. 1961 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2003 Fiat Albea is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Albea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Albea (102 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1961 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea should accelerate faster than 1961 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2003 Fiat Albea.
Because 1961 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 1961 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Albea, 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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2003 Fiat Albea | 1961 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Fiat | Peugeot |
Model | Albea | 403 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |