1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 305 is newer by 25 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 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 305 (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 305 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 75 kg more than 1978 Peugeot 305.
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, 1978 Peugeot 305, 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, 1978 Peugeot 305 (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1978 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 305 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 67.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 915 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |