1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1968 Peugeot 504D
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 504D is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 504D. (58 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 504D. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 504D weights approximately 80 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70.
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 70 | 1968 Peugeot 504D | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 70 | 504D |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2112 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
