1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1993 Peugeot 205
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 205 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 205 (102 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 205 should accelerate faster than 1971 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 404 kg more than 1993 Peugeot 205.
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, 1971 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Peugeot 205. (122 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Peugeot 205.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1993 Peugeot 205 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 1800 | 205 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 122 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 73.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
