1959 Austin A 95 vs. 1984 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1984 Peugeot 205 is newer by 25 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, 1959 Austin A 95 (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1984 Peugeot 205. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 95 should accelerate faster than 1984 Peugeot 205. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 95 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1984 Peugeot 205. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1984 Peugeot 205, 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 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Peugeot 205. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 95 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 1984 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 95 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2430 mm |
