1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1987 Renault 11
To start off, 1987 Renault 11 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 11 (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin A 55 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1987 Renault 11.
Because 1961 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 1961 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Renault 11, 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, 1961 Austin A 55 (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault 11. (93 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Austin A 55 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 1987 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 55 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2490 mm |
