1960 Austin A 55 vs. 1994 Peugeot 306
To start off, 1994 Peugeot 306 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,904 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Peugeot 306 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Peugeot 306 (91 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 47 kg more than 1994 Peugeot 306.
Because 1960 Austin A 55 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 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Peugeot 306, 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 306 (196 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1994 Peugeot 306 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 1994 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 55 | 306 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1904 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 21.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
