1951 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 205 is newer by 41 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 1,294 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 200 kg more than 1992 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, 1992 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, 1992 Peugeot 205 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 1992 Peugeot 205 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 205 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 122 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |