1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 70 | 25 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 34 L |
