1956 Austin A 30 vs. 1976 Renault Siete
To start off, 1976 Renault Siete is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 1,037 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Renault Siete is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Renault Siete (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Renault Siete should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Renault Siete weights approximately 135 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Austin A 30 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 1956 Austin A 30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Renault Siete, 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, 1976 Renault Siete (73 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1976 Renault Siete will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 1976 Renault Siete | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 30 | Siete |
Year Released | 1956 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 1037 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2540 mm |