1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 607 is newer by 50 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 2,304 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 115 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, 2000 Peugeot 607, 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 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 | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 70 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2304 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
