1949 Austin A 90 vs. 1990 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 605 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 101 kg more than 1949 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 605, 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, 1990 Peugeot 605 (265 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Austin A 90 | 1990 Peugeot 605 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 90 | 605 |
Year Released | 1949 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |