1959 Austin A 90 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 90 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Because 1959 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1959 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Peugeot 306. (163 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 90 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 90 | 306 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1761 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 214 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |