1946 Austin 16 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Austin 16 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 16 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2710 mm |
