1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1989 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1989 Peugeot 405 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Peugeot 405. (64 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1989 Peugeot 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 200 kg more than 1989 Peugeot 405. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Peugeot 405 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Peugeot 405. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Peugeot 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1989 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 3-Litre | 405 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 64 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
