1947 Austin 16 vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 505 (106 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1947 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1989 Peugeot 505 (162 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 16 | 505 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2910 mm |
