1960 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Peugeot 806
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 806 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,762 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 806 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 806 (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Peugeot 806 weights approximately 685 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Austin A 40 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 806, 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, 1994 Peugeot 806 (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 806 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 40 | 1994 Peugeot 806 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 806 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 1762 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2830 mm |