1955 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2004 Renault Clio is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Austin A 90 (85 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2004 Renault Clio. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 90 weights approximately 285 kg more than 2004 Renault Clio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Austin A 90. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio, 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, 2004 Renault Clio (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 90. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 90 | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Austin | Renault |
| Model | A 90 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 1459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 191 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |
