1955 Austin A 135 vs. 2010 Peugeot 807
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 807 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 807 (168 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 807 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135.
Because 1955 Austin A 135 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 1955 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 807, 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, 2010 Peugeot 807 (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 807 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 2010 Peugeot 807 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 135 | 807 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2830 mm |
