1949 Austin A 90 vs. 2011 Renault Twingo
To start off, 2011 Renault Twingo is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Renault Twingo (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 90 weights approximately 304 kg more than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Because 1949 Austin A 90 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 1949 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Renault Twingo, 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, 1949 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Twingo. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1949 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Twingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 90 | 2011 Renault Twingo | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Twingo |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1149 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 69 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1359 kg | 1055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 40 L |
