1960 Austin A 90 vs. 1998 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1998 Peugeot 406 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Peugeot 406 (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406 should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 90 weights approximately 115 kg more than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Because 1960 Austin A 90 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 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406, 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, 1960 Austin A 90 (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1960 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 1998 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1761 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
