1961 Austin A vs. 1988 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1988 Peugeot 505 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Peugeot 505 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Peugeot 505 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Peugeot 505 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Peugeot 505 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1961 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Peugeot 505 (144 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1988 Peugeot 505 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1988 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A | 505 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2750 mm |
