1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 55 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 2,957 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Clio (252 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Clio weights approximately 140 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 70 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2957 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |
