1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Renault 5
To start off, 1972 Renault 5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Austin A 40 (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1972 Renault 5. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Austin A 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 Renault 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1972 Renault 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 40 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 1950 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Renault 5, 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, 1950 Austin A 40 (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Renault 5. (64 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 40 | 1972 Renault 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2410 mm |
