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Peugeot 403 Family Saloon

General information

ModelPeugeot 403 Family Saloon
Year1955
CategoryMidsize family cars
Rating46.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size1468 ccm (89.58 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement1468 ccm (89.58 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 4 cylinder
Max power45.00 PS (33 kW or 44 HP) at 4900 Rev. per min.
Max torque73.50 Nm (7.5 kgf-m or 54.2 ft.lbs) at 2500 Rev. per min.
Compression7.0:1
Bore x stroke80.0 x 73.0 mm (3.1 x 2.9 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0385 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space4150 litres (1,096 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle11 m (433.1 inches)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1168 kg (2,575.0 pounds)
Overall length4600 mm (181.1 inches)
Overall width1430 mm (56.3 inches)
Overall height1560 mm (61.4 inches)
Ground clearance180 mm (7.1 inches)
Wheelbase2900 mm (114.2 inches)
Fuel capacity50.0 litres (13.21 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originFrance
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