1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 48 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 4 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Peugeot 406, 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, 1998 Peugeot 406 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1998 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 70 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 70 | 406 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |