1958 Austin A135 vs. 2008 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 607 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Peugeot 607 (161 HP @ 5875 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2008 Peugeot 607.
Because 1958 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Peugeot 607, 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, 1958 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 607. (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 1958 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 607.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A135 | 2008 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A135 | 607 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5875 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 80 L |
