1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 110. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406.
Because 1949 Austin A 110 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 1949 Austin A 110. 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Peugeot 406. (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Peugeot 406. 1995 Peugeot 406 has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Peugeot 406 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 191 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 267 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2710 mm |
