1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1993 Renault Express
To start off, 1993 Renault Express is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,108 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Express (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault Express weights approximately 140 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 30 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 1952 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault Express, 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, 1993 Renault Express (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 30 | 1993 Renault Express | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 30 | Express |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 803 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 29 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2590 mm |
