1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1967 Peugeot 404
To start off, both 1967 Austin 1300 and 1967 Peugeot 404 were released in the same year (1967). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1967 Peugeot 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin 1300 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1967 Peugeot 404. (55 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Peugeot 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Peugeot 404 weights approximately 252 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300.
Because 1967 Peugeot 404 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 1967 Peugeot 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin 1300 | 1967 Peugeot 404 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 1300 | 404 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 36 L | 50 L |
