1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Peugeot 205 (197 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 830 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Because 1984 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Austin A 110. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (255 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 110 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1775 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
