1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1969 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1969 Peugeot 204 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Peugeot 204 (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 167 kg more than 1969 Peugeot 204.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Peugeot 204, 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, both vehicles can yield 84 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 40 | 1969 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |
