1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 53 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, 2004 Peugeot 1007 (108 HP) has 42 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 1007.
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, 2004 Peugeot 1007, 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2004 Peugeot 1007 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 70 | 1007 |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 108 HP |
Torque | 157 Nm | 147 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1216 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |