1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1981 Renault 4
To start off, 1981 Renault 4 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 70 (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1981 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 70 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 70 weights approximately 589 kg more than 1981 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Austin A 70 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 70. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Renault 4, 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, 1954 Austin A 70 (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 4. (63 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 1981 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 70 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
