1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1945 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1948 Austin A 40 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 40 (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1945 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1945 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1945 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 40 | 1945 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2460 mm |
