1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 28 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 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 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 112 kg more than 1982 Renault 11.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11, 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, 1982 Renault 11 (161 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 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 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | 11 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |