1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 205 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 205 (44 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 40 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Because 1951 Austin A 40 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 1951 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 205, 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, 1951 Austin A 40 (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 205. (75 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 40 | 1989 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
