1951 Austin A vs. 2004 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 807 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 807 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 807 (134 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 807 weights approximately 1002 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 807, 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, 2004 Peugeot 807 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 2004 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 807 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
