1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1989 Peugeot 605
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 605 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,974 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 605 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 605 weights approximately 139 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605, 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, 1989 Peugeot 605 (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 605 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 605 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |
