1960 Austin 7 vs. 1991 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1991 Peugeot 205 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin 7 would be higher. At 3,278 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Peugeot 205 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Peugeot 205 (64 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1960 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Peugeot 205 weights approximately 524 kg more than 1960 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Peugeot 205 (212 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin 7. (60 Nm). This means 1991 Peugeot 205 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin 7 | 1991 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 7 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
