1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 607 is newer by 52 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 2,179 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Peugeot 607 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Peugeot 607 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Peugeot 607, 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 607 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Peugeot 607 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 | 2004 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 80 L |
