1970 Austin 1800 vs. 2005 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2005 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Peugeot 1007. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 2005 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 53 kg more than 1970 Austin 1800.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2005 Peugeot 1007 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Peugeot 1007 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Austin 1800 | 2005 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 1800 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1243 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 40 L |
