1957 Austin A135 vs. 2004 Renault Wind
To start off, 2004 Renault Wind is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin A135 (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Renault Wind. (134 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin A135 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Wind. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin A135 weights approximately 1230 kg more than 2004 Renault Wind. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Austin A135 (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Wind. (196 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1957 Austin A135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Wind.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A135 | 2004 Renault Wind | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A135 | Wind |
Year Released | 1957 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 83 L |