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 (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 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 1210 kg more than 1984 Renault 5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Austin A 135 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 5. (221 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1955 Austin A 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 5.
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 | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2730 mm |