1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1980 Renault Fuego
To start off, 1980 Renault Fuego is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1951 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Renault Fuego (110 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Austin A 70 weights approximately 203 kg more than 1980 Renault Fuego.
Because 1951 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 1951 Austin A 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Renault Fuego, 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, 1980 Renault Fuego (164 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1980 Renault Fuego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1980 Renault Fuego | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 70 | Fuego |
Year Released | 1951 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1077 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 56 L |