1949 Austin A 110 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Austin A 110 (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1982 Renault 11. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1982 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1982 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Austin A 110 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1949 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Renault 11. (136 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 110 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 34 L |
