1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1995 Peugeot 406
To start off, 1995 Peugeot 406 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Austin A 99 (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1995 Peugeot 406. (108 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Austin A 99 should accelerate faster than 1995 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1995 Peugeot 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Austin A 99 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 99. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Peugeot 406 (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 99. (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1995 Peugeot 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1995 Peugeot 406 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 99 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2087 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2710 mm |
