1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 309 is newer by 38 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, 1993 Peugeot 309 (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 309 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 220 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Because 1955 Austin A 55 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 309, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 309. (91 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 1993 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 55 | 309 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
