1949 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 58 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 1,410 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 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 20 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Peugeot 206 (160 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 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 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 206 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1410 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 73.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |