1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Renault 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Renault 9 (85 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Renault 9 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Renault 9 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1961 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Renault 9 (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Renault 9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 40 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | 9 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 83.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4070 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2490 mm |