2003 Honda HR-V vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2003 Honda HR-V is newer by 48 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 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda HR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda HR-V (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2003 Honda HR-V.
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, 2003 Honda HR-V, 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, 2003 Honda HR-V (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Honda HR-V | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Honda | Peugeot |
Model | HR-V | 403 |
Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1168 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |