1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1987 Peugeot 405. (92 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1987 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 237 kg more than 1987 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Peugeot 405. (184 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 405 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1987 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2710 mm |
