1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (122 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Because 1948 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 306. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 45 L |
