1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1997 Peugeot Partner
To start off, 1997 Peugeot Partner is newer by 47 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, 1997 Peugeot Partner (74 HP) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Peugeot Partner 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 270 kg more than 1997 Peugeot Partner.
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, 1997 Peugeot Partner, 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Peugeot Partner. (112 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1997 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 70 | Partner |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| 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 | 74 HP |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
