1953 Austin A 30 vs. 1983 Renault 4
To start off, 1983 Renault 4 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 956 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 4 (34 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 4 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 4 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Austin A 30 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 1953 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 4, 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, 1983 Renault 4 (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 1983 Renault 4 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 30 | 4 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2410 mm |