1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 106 (94 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 440 kg more than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106, 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, 1950 Austin A 70 (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Peugeot 106. (117 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Peugeot 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 70 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |
