1950 Austin A135 vs. 2006 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2006 Renault Laguna is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Renault Laguna (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 988 kg more than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Because 1950 Austin A135 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 A135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1950 Austin A135 (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Renault Laguna. (188 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1950 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Renault Laguna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A135 | 2006 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A135 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 188 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
