1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 306 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 306 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 306.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 306, 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, 1993 Peugeot 306 (153 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1993 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1993 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 55 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
