2006 Chevrolet Express vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Express is newer by 51 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Express (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1369 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.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express 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, 2006 Chevrolet Express (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Express | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
| Model | Express | 403 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2537 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 50 L |
