1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 305. (132 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 70 | 305 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1548 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |