1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1944 Peugeot 202
To start off, 1954 Austin A 40 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Peugeot 202. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Peugeot 202 would be higher. At 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 40 (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1944 Peugeot 202. (30 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1944 Peugeot 202. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 241 kg more than 1944 Peugeot 202. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1944 Peugeot 202 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 202 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 30 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 78 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2460 mm |
