1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 54 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Renault Clio (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Renault Clio weights approximately 800 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Renault Clio (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2007 Renault Clio has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Renault Clio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 30 | 2007 Renault Clio | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 30 | Clio |
Year Released | 1953 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 80.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 55 L |