1960 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Renault Laguna
To start off, 2005 Renault Laguna is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,958 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Renault Laguna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Laguna (207 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Laguna should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Laguna weights approximately 705 kg more than 1960 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Renault Laguna (280 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Laguna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 40 | 2005 Renault Laguna | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Laguna |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 2958 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 70 L |
