1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1993 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1993 Renault Safrane is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault Safrane (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible weights approximately 2 kg more than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Renault Safrane. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Renault Safrane.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1993 Renault Safrane | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | Sports Convertible | Safrane |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2680 mm |
