1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 47 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1948 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (180 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 90 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 90 | 406 |
Year Released | 1948 | 1995 |
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 | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |