2004 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2004 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 49 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 1,466 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Daihatsu Terios (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 12 kg more than 2004 Daihatsu Terios.
Because 2004 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2004 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2004 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Daihatsu Terios | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Terios | 403 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 50 L |
