1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 42 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, 1994 Peugeot 306 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 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 60 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
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, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 70 | 306 |
Year Released | 1952 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 45 L |