2004 Dodge Ram vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2004 Dodge Ram 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 8,276 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Ram (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Ram weights approximately 968 kg more than 1955 Peugeot 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Dodge Ram (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Ram | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Dodge | Peugeot |
| Model | Ram | 403 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8276 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 493 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 712 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2268 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 50 L |
