1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1991 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 106 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 106 (94 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Peugeot 106 (117 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 35 | 1991 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 35 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 117 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.9:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
