1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1958 Austin A 35 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,288 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Peugeot 203 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Peugeot 203 (44 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Peugeot 203 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1958 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, 1957 Peugeot 203 (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1957 Peugeot 203 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 35 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 50 L |
