1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2006 Peugeot 307
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 307 is newer by 47 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, 2006 Peugeot 307 (175 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Peugeot 307 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 307, 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 99 (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 307. (202 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1959 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 307.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2006 Peugeot 307 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 99 | 307 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 202 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1559 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
