1975 Austin 1800 vs. 2012 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (154 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1975 Austin 1800. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 5008 should accelerate faster than 1975 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, 2012 Peugeot 5008 (240 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Austin 1800. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Austin 1800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin 1800 | 2012 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Austin | Peugeot |
| Model | 1800 | 5008 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2735 mm |
