1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Renault 18
To start off, 1981 Renault 18 is newer by 31 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 18 (63 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 40 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1981 Renault 18.
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, 1981 Renault 18, 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, 1981 Renault 18 (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A 40 | 1981 Renault 18 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | 18 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 63 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 985 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |