1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1957 Peugeot 203
To start off, 1964 Austin A 90 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP) has 76 more horse power than 1957 Peugeot 203. (44 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1957 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 452 kg more than 1957 Peugeot 203. 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Peugeot 203. (74 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1957 Peugeot 203 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 90 | 203 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
