1953 Austin A 90 vs. 1984 Renault 4
To start off, 1984 Renault 4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,658 cc (4 cylinders), 1953 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1984 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1984 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1984 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 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 1953 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Renault 4, 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, 1953 Austin A 90 (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 90 | 1984 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | 4 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2658 cc | 956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 62 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
