1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 52 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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, 2000 Peugeot 306 (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 306 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 | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |
