1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1985 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1985 Peugeot 205 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Peugeot 205 (335 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 590 kg more than 1985 Peugeot 205.
Because 1985 Peugeot 205 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 99. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Peugeot 205 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Peugeot 205 (400 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1985 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 99 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1773 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 110 L |
