1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 34 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 2,848 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Peugeot 505 (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (240 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1986 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 70 | 505 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |