1954 Austin A 70 vs. 1985 Renault 25
To start off, 1985 Renault 25 is newer by 31 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 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Renault 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Renault 25 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Renault 25 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1954 Austin A 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 Renault 25 (286 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1985 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 70 | 1985 Renault 25 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 70 | 25 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 286 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 38 L |