1949 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 43 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 205 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 180 kg more than 1992 Peugeot 205.
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, 1992 Peugeot 205, 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 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 | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
