1974 Austin 1800 vs. 1993 Peugeot 405
To start off, 1993 Peugeot 405 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,905 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Peugeot 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Peugeot 405 (121 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1974 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Peugeot 405 should accelerate faster than 1974 Austin 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Peugeot 405 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1974 Austin 1800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Peugeot 405 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Austin 1800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Peugeot 405 (177 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Austin 1800. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Peugeot 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Austin 1800 | 1993 Peugeot 405 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 1800 | 405 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
