1956 Austin A 40 vs. 2012 Renault Duster
To start off, 2012 Renault Duster is newer by 56 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Renault Duster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Renault Duster (104 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Renault Duster should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Renault Duster weights approximately 170 kg more than 1956 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Renault Duster, 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, 2012 Renault Duster (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Renault Duster 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 | 2012 Renault Duster | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Duster |
Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 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 | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1822 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2673 mm |