1955 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Renault Laguna
To start off, 1994 Renault Laguna is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Renault Laguna (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Renault Laguna weights approximately 305 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 Austin A 40 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Renault Laguna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1994 Renault Laguna (142 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Austin A 40 | 1994 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1955 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2680 mm |