1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1983 Renault 11
To start off, 1983 Renault 11 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Renault 11 (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Renault 11 weights approximately 133 kg more than 1966 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, 1983 Renault 11 (139 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1983 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1983 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 762 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2490 mm |
