1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1985 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 309 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 309 (54 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Because 1956 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 309, 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, 1956 Austin A 40 (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Peugeot 309. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Peugeot 309.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1985 Peugeot 309 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 309 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1124 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |