2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 1958 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 403 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata (153 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 403. (56 HP @ 4650 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata weights approximately 17 kg more than 1958 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.
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2005 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 1958 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | MX-5 Miata | 403 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1038 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2670 mm |