1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2012 Peugeot iOn is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot iOn (63 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot iOn should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Peugeot iOn weights approximately 50 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2012 Peugeot iOn (180 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot iOn will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2012 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | iOn |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Electric |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
