1956 Austin A 40 vs. 1975 Renault 5
To start off, 1975 Renault 5 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Renault 5 (91 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1975 Renault 5.
Because 1956 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 1956 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Renault 5, 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, 1975 Renault 5 (115 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Renault 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 40 | 1975 Renault 5 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | 5 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 91 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 38 L |