2004 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1959 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country (180 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 403. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 585 kg more than 1959 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chrysler Town & Country, 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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2004 Chrysler Town & Country | 1959 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Chrysler | Peugeot |
Model | Town & Country | 403 |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3310 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2910 mm |