1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 1991 Renault Express is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Renault Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Renault Express (53 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Renault Express should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 40 weights approximately 142 kg more than 1991 Renault Express.
Because 1953 Austin A 40 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 40. 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, 1991 Renault Express (107 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Renault Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1991 Renault Express | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Express |
Year Released | 1953 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 43 L |