1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2009 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 307 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 307 (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 307.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Peugeot 307 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 307 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2009 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Peugeot |
| Model | Sports Convertible | 307 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2009 |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 1560 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
