1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2004 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 45 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) has 76 more horse power than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 1007. 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, 2004 Peugeot 1007, 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 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Peugeot 1007. (119 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Peugeot 1007.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 135 | 2004 Peugeot 1007 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 135 | 1007 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 74 HP |
Torque | 308 Nm | 119 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 77 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |