1956 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 407 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 407 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 138 kg more than 1956 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1956 Austin A 90 (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Peugeot 407. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1956 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 90 | 2005 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 90 | 407 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1749 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1458 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |