1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2002 Peugeot 306 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Peugeot 306 (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 90 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Because 1951 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Peugeot 306, 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 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Peugeot 306. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A 90 | 2002 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
