1951 Austin A 110 vs. 1996 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1996 Renault Safrane is newer by 45 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, 1996 Renault Safrane (141 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 110. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 110 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Because 1951 Austin A 110 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 1951 Austin A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Renault Safrane, 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, 1951 Austin A 110 (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Renault Safrane. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 110 | 1996 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 110 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1951 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 38 L |