1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 39 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (53 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A 70 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1952 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1952 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 70 | 1991 Renault Express | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 70 | Express |
Year Released | 1952 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 43 L |