1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2005 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2005 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Renault Vel Satis (168 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 880 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 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 1964 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Renault Vel Satis, 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 Vel Satis (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 40 | 2005 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 80 L |
