1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1984 Renault 5
To start off, 1984 Renault 5 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 5 (296 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 1244 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 5 (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 135 | 1984 Renault 5 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 135 | 5 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2440 mm |