1965 Austin A 40 vs. 1978 Peugeot 404
To start off, 1978 Peugeot 404 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,618 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Peugeot 404 (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Peugeot 404 should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1965 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 40 | 1978 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | A 40 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1618 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |
