1951 Austin A vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A would be higher. At 2,067 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (114 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 560 kg more than 1951 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Austin A 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. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (168 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Austin A | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 2067 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 115 L |
