1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1971 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1971 Peugeot 204 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1971 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1971 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1971 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Peugeot 204, 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 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1971 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 70 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 64 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
