1971 Austin 1800 vs. 1987 Renault Super 5
To start off, 1987 Renault Super 5 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 1800 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Austin 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 1800 (86 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1987 Renault Super 5. (41 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 1800 should accelerate faster than 1987 Renault Super 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 1800 weights approximately 499 kg more than 1987 Renault Super 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Austin 1800 (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Renault Super 5. (66 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Renault Super 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 1800 | 1987 Renault Super 5 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | 1800 | Super 5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 41 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 66 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1194 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |
