1958 Austin A 35 vs. 1993 Renault 21
To start off, 1993 Renault 21 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Renault 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Renault 21 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Renault 21 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Renault 21 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1958 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Renault 21 (129 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Renault 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 35 | 1993 Renault 21 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 35 | 21 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 129 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1020 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2820 mm |