1955 Austin A 90 vs. 1965 Peugeot 204
To start off, 1965 Peugeot 204 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1965 Peugeot 204. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1965 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 480 kg more than 1965 Peugeot 204. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Peugeot 204, 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 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Peugeot 204. (82 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 1965 Peugeot 204 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 204 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 82 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2310 mm |
