1950 Austin A 40 vs. 2010 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 107 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 107 (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 107 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 107.
Because 1950 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 107, 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, 2010 Peugeot 107 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 107 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 2010 Peugeot 107 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 107 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 71.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |