1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Peugeot 907
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 907 is newer by 55 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 5,892 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 907 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 907 (493 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 907 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 907 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1949 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Peugeot 907 (214 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 907 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 | 2004 Peugeot 907 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 907 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 5892 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 493 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 214 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 45 L |