1956 Austin A 35 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,578 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Peugeot 305 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (79 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Peugeot 305 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1956 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 35 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 1956 Austin A 35. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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, 1983 Peugeot 305 (131 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1983 Peugeot 305 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin A 35 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 35 | 305 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 946 cc | 1578 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 749 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2630 mm |
