1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1956 Austin A 40 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Abarth Renault. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Abarth Renault would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1954 Abarth Renault.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
| Make | Abarth | Austin |
| Model | Renault | A 40 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |
