1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1970 Renault 8
To start off, 1970 Renault 8 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Austin A 110 (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1970 Renault 8. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 1970 Renault 8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1195 kg more than 1970 Renault 8. 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:
| 1951 Austin A 110 | 1970 Renault 8 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 110 | 8 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1107 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |
