1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 206 is newer by 55 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 206 (87 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 206 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 50 kg more than 2007 Peugeot 206.
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, 2007 Peugeot 206, 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, 2007 Peugeot 206 (133 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 206 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 | 2007 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1199 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
