1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 41 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 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 406 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 220 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, 1995 Peugeot 406, 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (267 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 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 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 90 | 406 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 191 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 267 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |