1950 Austin A135 vs. 1996 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1996 Peugeot 806 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A135 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot 806. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot 806. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1996 Peugeot 806. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Peugeot 806, 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 A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot 806. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot 806.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 1996 Peugeot 806 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A135 | 806 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2830 mm |
