2005 Mazda B3000 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2005 Mazda B3000 is newer by 50 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mazda B3000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda B3000 (154 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda B3000 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda B3000 weights approximately 315 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mazda B3000 (240 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda B3000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda B3000 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | B3000 | 403 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 50 L |
