1962 Austin A 90 vs. 2012 Peugeot 107
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 107 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 107. (54 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 107. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 90 weights approximately 780 kg more than 2012 Peugeot 107. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 107, 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, 1962 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 107. (130 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 107.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 90 | 2012 Peugeot 107 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 107 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 35 L |
