1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 206 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 246 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 206 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1204 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
