1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1986 Renault Alpine
To start off, 1986 Renault Alpine is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Renault Alpine is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Renault Alpine (200 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Renault Alpine should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Renault Alpine weights approximately 182 kg more than 1952 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Renault Alpine (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Renault Alpine will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 1986 Renault Alpine | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Alpine |
Year Released | 1952 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 63 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.6:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 249 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2350 mm |