1960 Austin A 55 vs. 2008 Renault Logan
To start off, 2008 Renault Logan is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Renault Logan (74 HP @ 5 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Renault Logan should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin A 55 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Renault Logan.
Because 1960 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 1960 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Renault Logan, 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, 2008 Renault Logan (112 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Renault Logan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 55 | 2008 Renault Logan | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 55 | Logan |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1056 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 50 L |
