1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1965 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 404 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Peugeot 404 (55 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 30 | 1965 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 30 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 50 L |
