1954 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Renault Clio
To start off, 2002 Renault Clio is newer by 48 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 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Clio (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Clio 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 30 kg more than 2002 Renault Clio.
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, 2002 Renault Clio, 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, 2002 Renault Clio (127 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Clio 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 | 2002 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 50 L |
