1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2011 Renault Laguna is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,870 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Laguna (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Renault Laguna weights approximately 669 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Laguna, 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, 2011 Renault Laguna (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A 40 | 2011 Renault Laguna | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | Laguna |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1870 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |