1951 Austin A vs. 2002 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2002 Renault Laguna is newer by 51 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Laguna (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1951 Austin A. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Laguna weights approximately 745 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, 2002 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, 2002 Renault Laguna (149 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 95 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 685 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |
