1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2003 Peugeot 407 is newer by 47 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (155 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407, 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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 2003 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 407 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5650 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3900 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 | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |