1954 Austin A 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. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 605 (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 605 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 516 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Because 1954 Austin A 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. 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, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 605. (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 605.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1989 Peugeot 605 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 605 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1459 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
