1950 Austin A 40 vs. 1997 Renault Twingo
To start off, 1997 Renault Twingo is newer by 47 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Renault Twingo (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Renault Twingo 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 155 kg more than 1997 Renault Twingo.
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, 1997 Renault Twingo, 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, 1997 Renault Twingo (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1997 Renault Twingo 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 | 1997 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 66 L |
