1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1982 Renault 11
To start off, 1982 Renault 11 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 1,397 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Renault 11 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Renault 11 (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Renault 11 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Renault 11 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1967 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Austin A 40. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Renault 11 (100 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Renault 11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 40 | 1982 Renault 11 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 40 | 11 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 34 L |
