1957 Austin A 40 vs. 1992 Renault Safrane
To start off, 1992 Renault Safrane is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Renault Safrane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Renault Safrane (98 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Renault Safrane weights approximately 360 kg more than 1957 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Renault Safrane, 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, 1992 Renault Safrane (174 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1992 Renault Safrane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 40 | 1992 Renault Safrane | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Safrane |
Year Released | 1957 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2068 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1410 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2770 mm |