1953 Austin A 90 vs. 2001 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2001 Renault Kangoo is newer by 48 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, 2001 Renault Kangoo (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 90 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Because 2001 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1953 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 90 | 2001 Renault Kangoo | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 90 | Kangoo |
Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Panel Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2658 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2630 mm |