1955 Austin A 30 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1955 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 30 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 30 | 11 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 895 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2490 mm |