1967 Austin A 40 vs. 1987 Renault 5
To start off, 1987 Renault 5 is newer by 20 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), 1987 Renault 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Renault 5 (118 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Renault 5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Renault 5 weights approximately 98 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, 1987 Renault 5, 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, 1987 Renault 5 (165 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1987 Renault 5 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 | 1987 Renault 5 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 40 | 5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1096 cc | 1397 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 50 L |