1954 Austin A 90 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin A 90 (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 90 weights approximately 484 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Austin A 90 (191 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1954 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 90 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2490 mm |
