1951 Austin A 70 vs. 1989 Renault 21
To start off, 1989 Renault 21 is newer by 38 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, 1989 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Renault 21 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 260 kg more than 1989 Renault 21.
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, 1989 Renault 21, 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 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Renault 21. (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1951 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Renault 21.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 1989 Renault 21 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 70 | 21 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2820 mm |