2009 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1955 Peugeot 403
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 54 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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1955 Peugeot 403. (44 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1955 Peugeot 403.
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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade, 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, 2009 Daihatsu Charade (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Peugeot 403. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Peugeot 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Charade | 1955 Peugeot 403 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Peugeot |
| Model | Charade | 403 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 71.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
