1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1987 Peugeot 405 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Peugeot 405 (92 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Peugeot 405, 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, 1987 Peugeot 405 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1987 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1987 Peugeot 405 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 405 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1905 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 92 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |