1959 Austin A 135 vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 is newer by 47 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 16 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 520 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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, 2006 Peugeot 407, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (301 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 135 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
