1958 Austin A 40 vs. 1995 Peugeot 106
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 106 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,292 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Peugeot 106 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Peugeot 106 (100 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Peugeot 106 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Peugeot 106, 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, 1995 Peugeot 106 (109 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 106 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 1995 Peugeot 106 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 106 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1292 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 45 L |
