1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2000 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 206 is newer by 45 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 206.
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, 2000 Peugeot 206, 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, 2000 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2000 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |
