1950 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 60 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 14 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 408.
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, 2010 Peugeot 408, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A135 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2710 mm |
