1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1968 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1968 Peugeot 204 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 1952 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Peugeot 204 (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Peugeot 204 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 40 | 1968 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 64 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
