1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Peugeot 405 (64 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Austin A 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1989 Peugeot 405 (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
