1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 40 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 1,585 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 306 weights approximately 48 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.
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, 1993 Peugeot 306, 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 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 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
