1959 Austin A 95 vs. 2004 Peugeot 405
To start off, 2004 Peugeot 405 is newer by 45 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, 2004 Peugeot 405 (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Peugeot 405 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 400 kg more than 2004 Peugeot 405.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Peugeot 405 (205 Nm) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 95 | 2004 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 95 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 45 L |
