1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1972 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1972 Peugeot 404 is newer by 21 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 70 (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 404. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1972 Peugeot 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 70 | 1972 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 70 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
