1957 Austin A135 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1957 Austin A135. (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1140 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A135 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A135 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 110 L |
