1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1988 Renault 19
To start off, 1988 Renault 19 is newer by 38 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 1,236 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Renault 19 (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Renault 19 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 50 kg more than 1988 Renault 19.
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, 1988 Renault 19, 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, 1988 Renault 19 (182 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm). This means 1988 Renault 19 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 | 1988 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |
