1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 30 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 1,773 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 55 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 55 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2550 mm |
