1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1972 Renault 15
To start off, 1972 Renault 15 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,289 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Renault 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Renault 15 (59 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 40 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1972 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Renault 15 (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Renault 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1972 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
