1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1963 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1964 Austin A 40 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Peugeot 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Peugeot 404 would be higher. At 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Peugeot 404 (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 365 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 1963 Peugeot 404 (121 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1963 Peugeot 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1963 Peugeot 404 | |
Make | Austin | Peugeot |
Model | A 40 | 404 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1948 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 55 L |