1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1983 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 205 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Peugeot 205. (50 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1983 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 504 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 1954 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 205, 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 205. (84 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1983 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 70 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
