1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1959 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1959 Peugeot 203 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 55 (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1959 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 55 should accelerate faster than 1959 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55.
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, 1955 Austin A 55 (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 55 | 1959 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 55 | 203 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1357 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 74 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2790 mm |