2006 Mazda RX-8 vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2006 Mazda RX-8 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Peugeot 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (57 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 128 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mazda RX-8 | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
Model | RX-8 | 403 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1468 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 122 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 50 L |