1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1983 Renault 14
To start off, 1983 Renault 14 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 14 (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 14 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1983 Renault 14.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 1959 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Renault 14, 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, 1983 Renault 14 (93 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1983 Renault 14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1983 Renault 14 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 55 | 14 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1218 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 48 L |
