1957 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (101 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1983 Renault 11. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1983 Renault 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey 100 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1983 Renault 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Austin-Healey 100 (143 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Renault 11. (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey 100 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Renault |
| Model | 100 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2490 mm |
