1948 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 40 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Because 1948 Austin A 40 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 1948 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (96 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 305 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 67.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |