1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1992 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1992 Peugeot 405 is newer by 37 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Peugeot 405 (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1955 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Peugeot 405 (168 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Peugeot 405 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 | 1992 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 55 | 405 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1170 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |