1954 Austin A vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2410 mm |
