1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1983 Peugeot 305
To start off, 1983 Peugeot 305 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Peugeot 305 (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Because 1959 Austin A 95 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 95. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Peugeot 305, 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 95 (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Peugeot 305. (165 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Peugeot 305.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 95 | 1983 Peugeot 305 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 95 | 305 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1904 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 53 L |