1954 Austin A 90 vs. 2002 Renault Avantime
To start off, 2002 Renault Avantime is newer by 48 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 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Renault Avantime (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 90. (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Renault Avantime weights approximately 433 kg more than 1954 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 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 1954 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Renault Avantime, 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, 2002 Renault Avantime (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Renault Avantime will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 90 | 2002 Renault Avantime | |
Make | Austin | Renault |
Model | A 90 | Avantime |
Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2186 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2810 mm |