1955 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1986 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1986 Renault Super 5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (132 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1986 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 156 kg more than 1986 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Austin-Healey 100 (228 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1955 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey 100 | 1986 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | 100 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 851 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2410 mm |
