1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1949 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1956 Austin A 30 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,290 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Peugeot 203 (44 HP) has 16 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Peugeot 203 (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 1949 Peugeot 203 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 30 | 203 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 44 HP |
Torque | 54 Nm | 80 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |