1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2010 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 56 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, 2010 Peugeot 1007 (104 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 1007 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2010 Peugeot 1007.
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, 2010 Peugeot 1007, 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 1007. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 2010 Peugeot 1007 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 70 | 1007 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1218 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 40 L |