1948 Austin A 90 vs. 1974 Renault 15
To start off, 1974 Renault 15 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Renault 15. (59 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Austin A 90 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1974 Renault 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 15. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 90 | 1974 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1287 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 69 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 55 L |
