1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1962 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1962 Peugeot 404 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1954 Austin A 55. 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, 1962 Peugeot 404 (133 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1962 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 55 | 1962 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 55 | 404 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1618 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |