1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1975 Peugeot 304
To start off, 1975 Peugeot 304 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1975 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1975 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1975 Peugeot 304. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 135 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 1959 Austin A 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Peugeot 304, 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, 1959 Austin A 135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Peugeot 304. (94 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 1975 Peugeot 304 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 135 | 304 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 67.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 42 L |