1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 50 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 840 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, 2009 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, 2009 Peugeot 407 (220 Nm @ 4150 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 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 | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 407 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 2230 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 67 L |