2007 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 52 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 615 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 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe 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, 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe (335 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Peugeot |
| Model | Santa Fe | 403 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2188 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1783 kg | 1168 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
