1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1989 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 505 is newer by 33 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 15 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 505. (90 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 250 kg more than 1989 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, 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 505. (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1989 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 505 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1989 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
