1952 Austin A 90 vs. 2008 Peugeot 207
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 207 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 207 (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 207 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 90 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 207.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Peugeot 207 (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Peugeot 207 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 90 | 2008 Peugeot 207 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 207 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2550 mm |
