1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2003 Renault Clio
To start off, 2003 Renault Clio is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Renault Clio weights approximately 560 kg more than 1948 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2003 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2003 Renault Clio | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Clio |
Year Released | 1948 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 7150 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 82.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 60 L |