1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 165 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (184 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 92 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2200 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 | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
