1953 Austin A 135 vs. 1978 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 304 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 135 (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1978 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 135 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 1953 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 304, 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, 1953 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 135 | 1978 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 135 | 304 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2600 mm |