1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 206 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 206 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 206. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 206.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 206 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
