1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 41 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 2,186 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Renault Avantime is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 633 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 55 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 55 | Avantime |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1753 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
