1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Renault Clio
To start off, 2009 Renault Clio is newer by 54 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 1,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Renault Clio (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40.
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, 2009 Renault Clio, 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, 2009 Renault Clio (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Renault Clio 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 | 2009 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
