2006 Ford Ka vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2006 Ford Ka 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 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Ka (94 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2006 Ford Ka.
Because 1955 Peugeot 403 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Peugeot 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Ka, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Ka (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Ka | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Ford | Peugeot |
| Model | Ka | 403 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 73 mm |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 50 L |
