2003 MCC Smart vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2003 MCC Smart 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 438 kg more than 2003 MCC Smart.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 MCC Smart (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MCC Smart | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | MCC | Peugeot |
| Model | Smart | 403 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
