1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1979 Peugeot 505. (95 HP @ 4150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1979 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 110 kg more than 1979 Peugeot 505. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Peugeot 505 (206 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 505 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1979 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
