1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1979 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1979 Peugeot 505 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Peugeot 505 (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 685 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, 1979 Peugeot 505 (148 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Peugeot 505 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 | 1979 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 35 | 505 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 2498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1375 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2910 mm |