1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1995 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1995 Renault Laguna is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Renault Laguna (188 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Renault Laguna weights approximately 190 kg more than 1950 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Renault Laguna, 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, 1995 Renault Laguna (268 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A 70. (158 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1995 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1995 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 70 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 268 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 66 L |
