2006 Opel Corsa vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2006 Opel Corsa 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 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Corsa (74 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Peugeot 403 weights approximately 188 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa.
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 Opel Corsa, 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 Opel Corsa (165 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Corsa | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Opel | Peugeot |
| Model | Corsa | 403 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.4:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
