1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1979 Renault 18
To start off, 1979 Renault 18 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,647 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Renault 18 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Renault 18 (80 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Renault 18 should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Renault 18 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Renault 18 (136 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1979 Renault 18 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 1979 Renault 18 | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | 1300 | 18 |
Year Released | 1969 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1647 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 80 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 83.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |