1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Peugeot 604
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 604 is newer by 32 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 604 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 604 (153 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 604 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Peugeot 604 weights approximately 388 kg more than 1953 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Peugeot 604 (242 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 604 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 | 1985 Peugeot 604 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 604 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 242 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |