1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Peugeot 104
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 104 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,219 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Peugeot 104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Peugeot 104 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 40 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 104.
Because 1949 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 1949 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 104, 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, 1975 Peugeot 104 (92 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1975 Peugeot 104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 40 | 1975 Peugeot 104 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 104 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1219 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 40 L |