2007 Nissan Altima vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima 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 3,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Altima weights approximately 402 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 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, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Nissan | Peugeot |
| Model | Altima | 403 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1955 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 1466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1067 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
