1952 Austin A vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1952 Austin A. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Austin A weights approximately 559 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio.
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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A | Clio |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 60 L |
