1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2005 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 307 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Peugeot 307 (296 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 222 kg more than 2005 Peugeot 307.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Peugeot 307 (580 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2005 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 307 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2620 mm |
