1952 Austin A 40 vs. 1993 Renault 19
To start off, 1993 Renault 19 is newer by 41 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 19 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 19 (80 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 40 weights approximately 32 kg more than 1993 Renault 19.
Because 1952 Austin A 40 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 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Renault 19, 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 19 (110 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 19 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 | 1993 Renault 19 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 19 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |
